February 18th 2025.
In the city of Bhubaneswar, the Odisha government took an important step on Tuesday by forming a high-level fact-finding committee to look into the tragic death of a Nepalese female student at KIIT University. According to an official press release, the committee will be led by the Additional Chief Secretary of the Home Department, with other members including the Principal Secretary of the Women & Child Development Department and the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Higher Education Department.
This decision comes in the midst of increasing tensions and demands for accountability following the student's death within the university's hostel premises. In response, authorities have promised a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident, as well as the university's handling of the situation.
In the meantime, protests have erupted in Kathmandu, with a viral video showing members of the student wing of the Nepali Congress party demonstrating. The protesters can be seen holding banners with powerful slogans such as "We demand immediate action" and "We want a fair investigation." The Youth Congress Nepal also took to social media to urge the NSUI & NSUI Odisha to stand in support of Nepali students who are facing harassment. They also praised the strong stance taken by NSUI Odisha and emphasized the need for justice and safety to be ensured for all students. The hashtags #JusticeForPrakritilamsal, #StandWithStudents, #PrakritiLamsal, #KIITUniversity, and #NepaliStudents were used to spread awareness and garner support.
In a post on X, the Youth Congress Nepal wrote, "Youth Congress Nepal urges NSUI & NSUI Odisha to support Nepali students facing harassment. We appreciate NSUI Odisha's strong stance. Justice & safety must be ensured!" They also shared a post expressing their concern over the death of the Nepali student and calling for an impartial investigation.
During the Zero Hour, BJD member PK Deb brought up the issue and expressed his disappointment and shame over the girl's suicide and the subsequent developments. He emphasized the need for justice and impartiality in the investigation, and called on both the governments of Nepal and India, human rights organizations, and authorities to take this matter seriously and ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future. It is crucial to prioritize the safety and well-being of all students, regardless of their nationality, and to create a safe and inclusive environment for learning.
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