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Jagannath University student missing after note discovered in hostel
A student at Jagannath University in Dhaka has gone missing after a note believed to be a suicide message was found in their hostel room, prompting a search by authorities and university officials.
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The student, whose identity has not been disclosed, was reported missing after the discovery of the note in their residence hall on campus. University authorities and law enforcement officials have launched a search operation to locate the missing student and determine the circumstances surrounding the note.
Jagannath University administration confirmed that the student was last seen at the hostel before their disappearance. The discovery of the note has raised concerns about the student's wellbeing and mental state.
Uiversity officials stated they are cooperating fully with police in the investigation. The authorities have begun checking hospitals, accident wards, and other locations in and around Dhaka as part of the search efforts.
This incident comes amid ongoing concerns about mental health and student welfare at educational institutions across Bangladesh. University counselling services have urged students facing personal difficulties to reach out for support.