‘She Left in Tears’: Faculty Harassment Allegations Emerge After Sharda University Student’s Suicide
Greater Noida, July 20 – In a deeply troubling incident, a 21-year-old BDS student from Sharda University died by suicide in her hostel room, allegedly after sustained harassment by faculty members. The student, identified as Jyoti, was found dead in Mandela Hostel by her roommate. Her final days, as recalled by batchmates and detailed in an FIR, paint a grim picture of academic pressure, alleged humiliation, and insensitivity from faculty.
Several of her peers have come forward, echoing the concerns Jyoti reportedly shared before her death. One of her batchmates stated, “She left in tears” after a professor accused her of forging signatures on her practical file — a charge she denied.
Final Interaction with Professors Sparked Emotional Breakdown
According to The Indian Express, the incident that allegedly pushed Jyoti over the edge began when she approached Mahinder Singh Chauhan, a faculty member, for a routine signature on her practical file.
“When her turn came, he looked at her previous file and said, ‘These are not my signatures… you have forged them.’ She broke down crying,” recalled her friend. Despite denying the accusation, Jyoti was reportedly asked to leave the room immediately.
Another batchmate added that during a separate interaction, two professors, Dr Chauhan and Dr Shairy Vashist, mocked Jyoti for having informed her parents about faculty misconduct.
“They were both looking at our practical files. When it was her turn, they taunted her. She cried again…,” said the student.
FIR Filed, Two Professors Arrested
Following the incident, an FIR was filed by Jyoti’s family, naming six individuals:
- Shairy Vashist
- Mahinder Singh Chauhan
- Anurag Hasti (listed as Anurag Awasthi in the FIR)
- Surabhi Duggal
- Dean Dr M. Siddharth
- HOD Ashish Choudhary
- Plus one unnamed person.
Out of those named, Dr Shairy Vashist and Dr Mahinder Singh Chauhan have been arrested by local authorities.
Victim’s Father Had Warned the University
The deceased student’s father had reportedly visited the university earlier in the week, urging professors not to mistreat his daughter. He told the media that Jyoti confided in them about being harassed and fearing that her work would not be approved, which could lead to her being barred from examinations.
“She told us her work wouldn’t be approved and she would be barred from exams. The next day, she was gone,” he said in a heart-wrenching statement.
The father also claimed that despite his plea and verbal assurances given by the university staff, the mistreatment continued.
Batchmates Demand Accountability
Several students have voiced similar concerns, claiming that harassment and academic pressure were a daily reality for many of them. “All students face the same problems every day,” said one student. Many believe that Jyoti's tragic death is a result of unchecked authority, lack of empathy, and systemic failure in addressing student grievances.
Investigation Underway
The local police have initiated an investigation. A post-mortem report has been requested, and the university administration has yet to release an official statement beyond acknowledging the student’s death. Authorities say further arrests or disciplinary actions will depend on the outcomes of the inquiry.
Final Thoughts – TheTrendingPeople.com
This tragic incident is a chilling reminder of the emotional toll academic pressure can take, especially when combined with alleged harassment and insensitivity from educators. While arrests have been made, this case raises broader questions about student welfare, mental health support, and the responsibility institutions bear in protecting their students from emotional trauma.
As the investigation unfolds, the call for accountability is louder than ever. Justice for Jyoti is not just about punishment, but about institutional change.