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Indore Student Dies By Suicide

18-year-old Ritika found dead, no note found, police investigate

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 29 October 2026 at 07:00 am
Indore Student Dies By Suicide

An 18-year-old student, Ritika, died by suicide at a hostel in Indore's Bhanwarkuan area.

She was preparing for competitive examinations and had been staying at the Radhe-Radhe Hostel with a friend.

Ritika's roommate had left for Ujjain, leaving her alone, and she allegedly hanged herself during this time.

Her mother, Ruchi, last spoke to her on Tuesday evening, and their conversation seemed normal.

Ritika had asked her mother to transfer money for a beauty parlour visit and said she would come home for Diwali.

The police will investigate the circumstances surrounding her death and seize her mobile phone for further inquiry.

Frequently asked questions

Where did the student die?

The student, Ritika, died at a hostel in Indore's Bhanwarkuan area.

Was a suicide note found?

No, the police did not recover a suicide note.

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