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Class 12 topper dies by suicide days before NEET re-test
NDTV··17 Jun
NDTV reported that 23-year-old Riya Kumari Thapa, daughter of a Kargil War veteran, died by suicide at her Dehradun home while preparing for the NEET-UG re-exam. She left a note saying she loved her parents and no one was at fault.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Exam stress can affect even top-performing students.
- Parents should watch for isolation, hopelessness and extreme self-blame during re-exam periods.
- Students in distress should seek immediate help from trusted adults or mental health professionals.
What's Happening
- Riya Kumari Thapa was found dead at home in Dehradun.
- A note said no one was to blame.
- She was preparing for the June 21 NEET-UG re-exam.
Support Context
- NDTV listed mental health helplines including Vandrevala Foundation and TISS iCall.
- NEET 2026 uncertainty has become a national student-stress issue.
- Responsible reporting should focus on prevention and support.
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