Daijiworld Media Network - Puttur

Puttur, Feb 20: In a tragic incident, a 13-year-old student named Shravan, a Class 7 pupil at a private school in Uppinangady, died by suicide on February 18 night.

Shravan, the son of Dombayya Gowda from Tannirupanta village in Beltangady taluk, reportedly hanged himself from a ceiling fan inside his house.

According to sources, Shravan had dinner with his mother on Tuesday night, which included a chicken dish prepared by his aunt. After his mother fell asleep, he used a rope to hang himself. It is said that Shravan had saved some of the chicken dish for the next day’s meal and had also collected flower buds for the morning prayers.

Shravan was described as a cheerful student who got along well with his classmates, and no clear reason for his extreme step has been identified. He is survived by his parents and a sister.

In a mark of respect, the school where Shravan studied held a silent prayer meeting to honor his memory.

Suicide is not a solution to any problem. Kindly seek the help of mental health experts if you are under any kind of distress. Call toll free helpline number 9152987821.