Maharashtra Board Exam 2026: Class 12 girl student hangs herself after attempting physics paper
Press Trust of India | February 18, 2026 | 09:38 PM IST | 1 min read
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Download EBookNAGPUR: A class 12 student allegedly committed suicide by hanging herself in Nagpur city, police said on Wednesday. The student, identified as Nikita Bansod (18), returned home in the Wadi area around 3.30 PM on Monday after appearing for the Physics examination.
"Later in the evening, when her brother and mother returned home, she was found hanging in her room. She was rushed to Government Medical College and Hospital, where doctors declared her dead," police said.
A case of accidental death has been registered, and further investigation is underway.
If you know someone – friend or family member – at risk of suicide, please reach out to them. Those in distress or having suicidal thoughts or tendencies could seek help and counselling by calling 9820466726 or visiting AASRA’s official website or can call iCALL on 9152987821. Here are some more helpline numbers of suicide prevention organisations that can offer emotional support to individuals and families.
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