Student dies after jumping from school building in Karnataka

In a tragic incident, a 16-year-old Class 10 student died after allegedly jumping from the school building on Monday in Chitradurga district of Karnataka. The deceased has been identified as a student of the DVS School, located in Bharamasagara town.

According to the police, the student hailed from Kariyannanahalli village and jumped from the third floor of the school building. The exact reason behind the extreme step is yet to be ascertained. Police have obtained CCTV footage of



the incident, which shows him walking near the railing, standing there for a few moments, and then suddenly jumping.

Police said he was seen walking along the third-floor corridor three to four times and appeared to be under stress.

According to preliminary investigations, family members and friends have alleged that the school warden and headmaster had been pressuring him. His father had reportedly submitted a complaint in this regard, but no action was taken.