Osmania University mourns Mining Engineering student’s tragic death

Osmania University expressed grief over the death of Reddy Vignan Tej, a second-year Mining Engineering student, discovered in the OU Oxygen Park on Monday. Preliminary assessment suggests personal and non-academic issues may have led to the incident. Registrar Prof. G Naresh Reddy described Tej as a diligent student with no academic concerns.

Hyderabad: Expressing sorrow over the tragic death of Reddy Vignan Tej, a second-year Mining Engineering student at the Osmania University College of Engineering on Monday, the University administration on Tuesday said the preliminary assessment suggests the incident may have been prompted by personal and non-academic issues.

The student, who hailed from Huzurabad and resided in the OU Hostel, was discovered dead in the OU Oxygen Park. The university awaits the final report of the police inquiry.

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OU Registrar Prof. G Naresh Reddy said Tej was a diligent student who secured his seat through lateral entry from a polytechnic background. He also said there were no pending issues concerning his academic performance or attendance.

OU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kumar Molugaram urged students to prioritize developing their adversity quotient—the inner strength to face and overcome challenges.

“Death is emphatically not a solution to problems in life. We implore students to seek help and learn constructive ways to address difficulties,” he added.

 

Sarpanch aspirant in Siddipet attempts suicide after losing support

Siddipet: A sarpanch aspirant attempted suicide by consuming pesticide at Ghanpur village in Nanganur mandal on Tuesday after failing to mobilise support for his candidature.

The man, Yellaiah, 52, had filed his nomination for the post in the village but was reportedly unable to draw support from either voters or even his own family members.

Depressed over the situation, he consumed pesticide. Family members found him unconscious and rushed him to the government hospital in Siddipet, where his condition was reported to be critical. The incident left the family in shock.