Class 10 student attempts suicide after being scolded by teacher in Kothagudem

A Class 10 student in Kothagudem district allegedly attempted suicide after being scolded by a teacher for not completing homework. He consumed pesticide and was shifted to Hyderabad for treatment. A classmate’s timely alert helped ensure quick medical response

Kothagudem: A Class 10 student from a private school in Chunchupally mandal of Kothagudem district allegedly attempted suicide on Wednesday after being reprimanded by a teacher for not completing his homework.

The student, Banoth Bharath, reportedly consumed pesticide out of distress. A classmate who noticed his condition immediately alerted the school staff.

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The school authorities informed Bharath’s parents, and he was rushed to Hyderabad for better medical treatment. He hails from Sarvaram village in Sujathanagar mandal.