Himachal CM Suspends Professor After Student Death; Ragging, Abuse Allegations Probed

• Himachal CM Sukhu ordered immediate suspension of Professor Ashok Kumar following a student's death in Dharamshala.
• The student's father alleged ragging by three senior female students (Harshita, Aakriti, Komolika) and sexual abuse by the professor.
• Police registered cases against the three students under BNS and Anti-Ragging Act; a probe is underway into all allegations.
• The student's health deteriorated after alleged harassment, leading to her death in Ludhiana on December 26, 2025.
• Professor Ashok Kumar denies charges, claiming the student was not under him; some staff support him as inquiry continues.

Why It Matters: Himachal CM ordered professor's suspension and probe into student's death amid serious ragging and abuse claims.