Kathmandu: Nepali Student Death in India Sparks Investigation
India assures full cooperation and safety commitment after Nepali student Prisa Shah’s death at KIIT.
The tragic Nepali student death in India of Prisa Shah has prompted a swift response from India’s Ministry of External Affairs. Shah, an 18-year-old first-year undergraduate from Birgunj, was studying at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha. The ministry expressed deep condolences to her family and said it is maintaining constant communication with the Odisha state government. Read more on Indian Higher Education News
Indian Authorities Take Immediate Action
According to the press statement, the Indian government has taken the incident seriously from the outset. Senior police officials and a forensic team visited KIIT to investigate Shah’s death. Her body was transported to a local hospital, with post-mortem examinations to be conducted after her father arrives in Odisha. Odisha Police Updates
Background: Similar Incidents Raise Concerns
This tragedy follows the earlier death of another Nepali student, Prakriti Lamsal, at the same university. Lamsal reportedly faced repeated harassment and received no institutional support, highlighting the urgent need for student safety reforms. Experts stress the importance of mental health and security measures for international students studying abroad. Nepal Education Updates
Support and Investigation Measures
The Odisha state government has assured full assistance to Shah’s family. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized its commitment to the safety and well-being of all international students in India, including regular monitoring of universities and educational institutions.
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