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Exam anxiety behind missing students in Mangaluru, say police

  •   Mon, Mar 17 2025 10:52:06 AM

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Mar 17: Fear of examinations has been identified as the reason behind the disappearance of two students in separate incidents in Mangaluru, according to police officials.

A 17-year-old boy from the Kavoor police station limits went missing on March 12 and was found on March 15. Investigations revealed that he had travelled to Goa and Hubballi before being traced. Deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Siddharth Goyal confirmed that the boy had left home due to exam-related stress.

In another incident, a girl from the Panambur police station limits had also gone missing before being located. Police stated that she, too, had left home due to exam anxiety.

A similar case had made headlines earlier in Bantwal when a student named Diganth went missing. Upon being found, it was confirmed that he had also left home due to fear of exams.

Dakshina Kannada district Deputy Director of Public Instruction (DDPI) Govind Madiwal urged students not to be anxious about exams. He emphasized that under the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) system, students from Classes 1 to 9 cannot fail. Even if a student receives low marks or fails, they have the option to take a re-examination.

He also advised parents not to place undue pressure on children, highlighting that failure or lower grades do not determine one's future, as numerous opportunities remain available. Students of all grades should approach exams with confidence, he added.

 

 

 
  

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  • Rita, Germany

    Tue, Mar 18 2025

    I find mostly all students have this nervous ,fear etc when the time comes for a last exam.It is normal ,we too had this.But when good prepared is ,one need not fear.Other side we should understand these students.They have too less time to prepare ,and some students are also too young,Our school system must change.Because of pandemy or rain or other things no proper classes are conducted.Either teacher is not there,many holidays ,.Pressure from Parents to coe first to get a seat to higher education etc makes them to be nervous.Children should be sent to school at seven or six.Then their mind is bit developed to take up the stress.Here doctor decides if a student is ready for first class,If not he will be sent to other school where he can pick up matter bit slow and understable.Here for a KG ,need not give a exam .So children go there to learn how to mix with other people or children to develope their friendships or social mixing.

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  • Peacelover, Jeddah Saudi Arabia

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    Fear of exams is common, but disappearing to avoid them is alarming. While the actual reason may be different, these students clearly had a strong motive to hide the real cause. This highlights the need for better support and intervention. Proper counseling can help students manage stress, but disciplining those who run away is also necessary. Otherwise, this could set a dangerous trend. Schools, parents, and educators must work together to foster both resilience and responsibility.

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  • Kusuma Kumari Gunji, Nellore Kodyadka

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    There is no need to worry too much about examinations Stay calm and write exams Many great people have failed exams and later made it big in life

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  • Maryanne Saldanha, Balmatta,Mangalore

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    Schools and colleges' obsession with high marks and rankings is creating a culture that prioritizes grades/marks over the mental health of students. While institutions focus more on their reputation, name and fame, they overlook the harmful impact this pressure has on students. It’s time for a change—student well-being must be valued just as much as academic performance.

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  • Marol, Udupi

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    Do homework and study daily. Schooling is not for exam; it is for life. There are different stages in life and each stage should be given its due importance both by parents and children. The journey of thousand miles begins with the first step. Well begun, half done. Thank you and God bless each and every one of us.

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  • GURKA, mangalore

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    So what is the solution now? is anybody there to help

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  • aaam admi, bangalore

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    when student spend more time in mobile, social media, online games and less time on studies and lack of parents supervision leads to exam anxiety. this needs to be addressed first by parents.

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  • Elwyn Goveas, Mangalore

    Mon, Mar 17 2025

    Be positive think positive.We can we will.Definitely you can come up in flying colours. A minute of silence prayers before exams.Success will come on its own.

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