NIT deaths: Pradhan calls for steps to improve campus life
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has called for urgent reforms at NIT Kurukshetra to enhance campus life following recent student suicides. The review meeting emphasized the need for improved student engagement and well-being across higher educational institutions. Immediate and medium-term measures have been proposed to strengthen systems for student support and infrastructure.
- ▪At least four student suicides have occurred at NIT Kurukshetra between February and April 2026.
- ▪Pradhan emphasized the need for stronger mentoring systems and faculty accountability during a high-level review meeting.
- ▪Immediate steps include hostel upgrades and a faculty training program on student well-being.
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NIT deaths: Pradhan calls for steps to improve campus lifeUnion Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan calls for urgent reforms at NIT Kurukshetra to enhance campus life and student well-being after recent suicides.Published on: Apr 29, 2026 4:30 AM ISTBy Sanjay MauryaShare viaCopy link New Delhi: The Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday chaired a high-level review of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra, calling for “urgent steps” to improve campus life and student engagement, while also outlining reforms for students well-being across all higher educational institutions (HEIs).NIT deaths: Pradhan calls for steps to improve campus lifeIn the meeting held with senior officials of ministry and NIT, Pradhan called for “campus vibrancy” and stronger systems for…
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