Ex-HoD claims no evidence in Tadvi suicide case

A former head of department has filed a petition in the High Court regarding the suicide case of a medical student named Payal Tadvi. The ex-HoD argues that there is no evidence showing that she encouraged or helped in the suicide. Payal Tadvi, who was a postgraduate student in a medical college, died in May 2019. Her death raised concerns about caste discrimination and bullying in academic settings. Three of her seniors were arrested but have since been released on bail. In the latest development, the ex-HoD claims that the investigation did not prove that she contributed to Tadvi's death. She is asking the court to dismiss the charges against her. The case has drawn significant attention to the issues of mental health and harassment faced by students in competitive environments. The court's decision will likely influence ongoing discussions about these serious matters.