Tragic Aftermath: Student Suicides Following Exam Results

In Madhya Pradesh, five students committed suicide after the announcement of Class 12 examination results. This tragic string of events highlights the immense pressure students face in academic environments. Investigations are ongoing to determine the reasons behind these drastic actions, as families and officials seek answers.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhopal | Updated: 07-05-2025 16:55 IST | Created: 07-05-2025 16:55 IST
Tragic Aftermath: Student Suicides Following Exam Results
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In a tragic turn of events in Madhya Pradesh, five students took their own lives following the announcement of the Class 12 examination results, as confirmed by local officials on Wednesday.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education published the results for Classes 10 and 12 on Tuesday morning, with 74.48% of students clearing the Class 12 exams. Despite this overall success rate, individual failures led to devastating outcomes.

Incidents were reported across Vidisha, Bhind, Satna, and Damoh districts, where students succumbed to pressure. Investigations are underway, aiming to shed light on these losses, while officials and family members grapple with the tragic ramifications of academic performance expectations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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