IIT-Guwahati student ends life, probe on

In a statement, the IIT-Guwahati said it is cooperating fully with the police. File photo: Special Arrangement A student of IIT-Guwahati died after allegedly falling from a building on the campus, police said on Monday (July 27, 2026). The incident happened on Sunday (July 26, 2026), and the deceased was a third-year B.Tech student who hailed from Odisha, they said.Police said an investigation is under way.In a statement, IIT-Guwahati said it is cooperating fully with the police. "We are awaiting their findings before we share any further information on this matter. His parents are on their way to the campus, and the Institute is in close contact with the family, providing all necessary support during this difficult time," it said.The institute appealed to people to refrain from speculation until the facts are established. IIT-Guwahati said it provides counselling support to students through the SAATHI Counselling Club and the Centre for Holistic Wellbeing. "We urge all students who may be struggling, or who know a friend who is struggling, to reach out to these support systems. We assure that no one on this campus has to face difficult times alone," the statement said.Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Helpline Numbers for Assam: Sarathi, Assam, Helpline: 104; iCALL = 9152987821 Click here for list of Suicide prevention helplines Published - July 27, 2026 01:11 pm IST