Archive · 21 May 2025
NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide in Salem
A 20-year-old student named Gautham, who was trying to get into medical school, sadly took his own life.
He had taken a difficult exam called NEET three times, but was worried he wouldn't pass.
His parents found him in his room after he didn't come out, and the police are now investigating.
His father said Gautham wanted to become a doctor.
A political figure expressed sadness and wants the exam, NEET, to be stopped because he believes it causes too much stress.
A 20-year-old student died by suicide in Salem after attempting NEET for the third time.
The student, R Gautham, feared he would fail the exam again.
His parents found him after he locked himself in his room.
Gautham had wanted to study medicine.
A political figure called for NEET to be abolished, citing this as the sixth suicide related to the exam this year.
- Who
- R Gautham, a 20-year-old student.
- What
- Gautham died by suicide.
- When
- Monday night.
- Where
- Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Why
- Gautham feared he would not pass the NEET exam.
Proponents of NEET
Opponents of NEET
NEET's Purpose
Proponents of NEET
NEET's initial objectives are not being achieved and financial resources may dictate admissions.
Opponents of NEET
NEET aims to ensure academic excellence in medical school admissions.
- Deceased
- R Gautham
- Age
- 20
- Location
- Salem, Tamil Nadu
- Exam
- NEET
- Father's Name
- Ranjan
- Cause of Death
- Suicide