Himachal Student Dies After Harassment; Professor, 3 Students Accused

• A 19-year-old student died in Ludhiana after alleged ragging and sexual harassment in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh.
• A video recorded before her death shows the student accusing Professor Ashok Kumar of inappropriate touching and following her.
• Her father filed a complaint alleging three senior students (Harshita, Akriti, Komolika) beat her, and Professor Ashok Kumar engaged in obscene acts.
• Police registered a case against the professor and three students under BNS and HP Anti-Ragging Act; investigation is ongoing.
• College Principal stated no complaint was lodged with college, student failed exams, and her name was removed from records.

Why It Matters: Student's death after alleged harassment highlights urgent need to address ragging and sexual abuse in colleges.