Kota district administration issued an order requiring all hostels and paying guest (PG) accommodations to install spring-loaded fans in every room "to provide students mental support and security".
This is unfortunately fourth such case of suspected suicide in a span of just 15 days. This year, as many as 22 coaching students have reportedly committed suicide in Kota.
The priest, identified as 72-year-old Maharaj Mohandas was found lying on the floor of his Ashram in Rasal village in Nagaur, Rajasthan, with his hands and legs tied and mouth gagged
Rajasthan DGP said Monu Manesar is not among those who were directly involved or were present on the spot or had direct involvement in the incident. However, police are investigating whether he played any indirect role in this case or not.
Furthermore, the Dalit victim alleged that he was subsequently taken to a hall where MLA Gopal Meena allegedly asked him to lick and clean his shoes, saying that only then would he be permitted to leave.