NN Online:
At least six students across the country have tragically taken their own lives following the release of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination results, either due to failing the exams or not achieving their expected grades, according to reports from Jago News’ district and upazila correspondents.
Barishal: In the upazilas of Hizla, Babuganj, and Bakerganj, five students attempted suicide. Two of them died while undergoing treatment, and three others remain in critical condition at local hospitals.
The deceased have been identified as Arpita Matubbar (16), daughter of Amal Matubbar from Khunna Gobindapur village in Hizla, and Meem Islam (16), daughter of Humayun Kabir from Bahechar Kshudrakathi village in Babuganj.
Dinajpur: In Hili upazila, 16-year-old Rita Moni consumed poison out of frustration after failing the SSC exam. She was the daughter of Robiul Islam from Akhira village in Daudpur Union and a student of Daudpur Girls’ High School and College.
Gaibandha: In Palashbari upazila, Labonno Akhter (16), a student of Palashbari Piyari Pilot Girls’ High School, died by suicide after failing the exam. She was the daughter of Ashraful Islam from Nurpur village.
Cumilla: In Burichang upazila, Probha Akhter (16), a student of Vorasar Multi-Purpose High School, ended her life after not passing the exam. She was the daughter of expatriate Mostafa from Ichapura village in Sholonol Union.
Bogura: In Sherpur upazila, 17-year-old Sumaiya Akhter died by hanging after becoming distressed over not obtaining a Golden A+. She was the daughter of Abdul Bari from Garidaha village in Garidaha Union and a student of RDA Academy School and College.
The tragic incidents have sparked concern among educators, mental health professionals, and guardians, prompting renewed calls for emotional support and counseling services for students facing academic pressure.
