Bengaluru — Police are treating the death of a 20‑year‑old undergraduate found in Sankey Tank on Tuesday morning as a suicide after she sent a text to her boyfriend saying, “Life was enough.” The girl, identified as a third‑year student of a Bengaluru college, left campus on Monday evening, spent time near the lake and entered the water, authorities said.
The Bengaluru City Police said the search began after the boyfriend reported receiving the message and learning she had not returned home. A team of divers and forensic experts conducted an “extensive search” of the tank, locating her body early Tuesday.
Investigators recovered the mobile phone, which contained the last message, and are reviewing her call logs and social‑media activity. The police have not disclosed the name of the institution or the exact location of the lake within the city.
Family members have not been made available for comment. The police have opened a case of “unnatural death” and are conducting a standard post‑mortem to confirm the cause of death.
Analysis: The incident underscores growing concerns about student mental health in India’s competitive academic environment. According to a 2023 Ministry of Education report, suicide rates among university students have risen by 15 % over the past five years, prompting calls for stronger counseling services. In this case, the text “Life was enough” suggests a premeditated decision, but investigators will need to corroborate intent with forensic evidence and any prior indications of distress.
The Sankey Tank, a popular public spot in the city’s Jayanagar area, has previously been the site of accidental drownings, but police have not linked this case to any safety lapses. Authorities have urged the public to report any suspicious behavior and to seek mental‑health support if they or someone they know is experiencing emotional distress.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the police have asked anyone with additional information to contact the Bengaluru City Police helpline.
Sources
– Times of India, “Student found dead in Bengaluru’s Sankey Tank, message to boyfriend triggers suicide probe,” https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bengaluru/student-found-dead-in-bengalurus-sankey-tank-message-to-boyfriend-triggers-suicide-probe/articleshow/132245626.cms
Story synopsis gathered from: Times of India – Top Stories — source
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