A 16-year-old student reportedly died by suicide after failing her 9th-grade exams in Lahore’s Badami Bagh area on Wednesday.
According to Edhi officials, the student allegedly took the extreme step after failing her class 9th exams.
The student was identified as Noor Fatima. She reportedly took her own life after failing the 9th-grade examinations.
Police and investigation teams collected evidence from the scene.
Police officials said an investigation into different aspects of the incident is underway.
Teacher arrested after medical student suicide case
Recently, a pharmacy lecturer at a private medical college was arrested in connection with the alleged harassment and suicide of a female medical student in Mirpurkhas.
Fehmida Leghari, a third-year medical student, reportedly died by suicide at her home in Satellite Town three days ago.
Her body was found with a gunshot wound. A post-mortem examination was later conducted, and police also seized her mobile phone.
According to the preliminary post-mortem report, the bullet entered the left side of her chest, damaged her heart and exited her body. The report said she died about an hour after the injury.
The student’s sister told police that Fehmida had previously expressed concerns about alleged harassment by some professors and fellow students at the college.
Teenage suicide in Pakistan: what are warning signs for parents?
According to experts, some of the warning signs for teenage suicide in Pakistan include staying away from friends and family can be one.
For example, a teenager who used to talk to friends all day may suddenly start spending most of their time alone.
Big changes in mood can also be a sign. This may include ongoing sadness, sudden anger, or feeling hopeless.
Some teenagers may say they feel like a burden. Others may talk about death or suicide more often than usual.
Some teens also use “dark humour” and make jokes about death or suicide. This does not always mean they are in danger.
However, repeated comments about wanting to die, feeling hopeless, or saying that others would be better off without them should always be taken seriously.
Parents should pay attention to changes in their child’s behaviour. Talking openly, listening without judging, and getting help early can make a big difference.
Parents do not have to solve everything themselves. If a teenager says they plan to hurt themselves, seek emergency medical help immediately.