KOHAT – The mysterious death of 19-year-old student of Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST) at her home in Hangu shocked fellow students, raising questions about circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
Police called the incident as suspected suicide, but the exact circumstances and reasons behind the young student’s death remain unclear. City Police Station Hangu confirmed the incident and identified the deceased as Sajida, a third-semester student of the university’s English Department and a resident of Malikabad, Hangu.
Sajida’s father said his daughter wanted to continue her education but was not being allowed to pursue further studies. The report reportedly mentioned the disagreement over her education as part of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Several claims circulating on social media suggest that Sajida had been struggling with academic pressure at the university and had allegedly been involved in Unfair Means (UFM) cases during her previous and current semesters.
However, these claims remain unverified, and there is no confirmed evidence linking any alleged academic difficulties to her death. Police have also not publicly established any connection between the social media allegations and the incident.
The university administration was contacted for its response and clarification regarding the allegations circulating online. However, rather than providing a detailed explanation, the administration stated that, according to its available verified records, no official statement had been issued regarding the incident at the time of the inquiry.
The young student’s death raised concerns about the challenges faced by students, particularly those trying to balance their educational ambitions with family expectations and other personal difficulties.
The incident has also drawn attention to the importance of students’ mental and emotional well-being, highlighting the need for supportive environments where young people can openly discuss their problems and seek help without fear or hesitation.
For many students, pursuing higher education represents an opportunity to build a better future. The reported disagreement over Sajida’s wish to continue her studies has therefore added another troubling dimension to the incident, although the circumstances surrounding her death have yet to be fully established.
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