Student found dead days after aiding anti-corruption bureau in bribery case

timesofindia.indiatimes.com February 4, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

A 25-year-old student from Hanumangarh was found dead at home three days after assisting the anti-corruption bureau in arresting his college principal for bribery. Police suspect suicide but found no note and are investigating further. The student, Mayank, had reported harassment by the principal, who demanded a bribe to process his exam form. The principal and a clerk were arrested on charges of accepting a bribe of ₹5,000. Mayank's mother was away visiting family when she discovered him hanging. Police are analyzing his mobile phones and call records to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding his death.


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