A tragic incident has rocked the medical community in Gujarat, as an 18-year-old MBBS student, Anil Methaniya, succumbed to the harsh consequences of ragging. The incident occurred at GMERS Medical College and Hospital in Dharpur, Patan district, on Saturday night.
According to reports, Methaniya was subjected to a prolonged period of standing as part of a ragging ritual imposed by his seniors. The ordeal, which lasted for approximately three hours, proved fatal for the young student.
A Grueling Ordeal
“The students were made to stand for hours as part of an ‘introduction’ session,” a fellow student revealed, speaking on the condition of anonymity. “It was a harrowing experience for all of us, but Anil couldn’t endure it.”
A Grieving Family Demands Justice
Anil’s cousin, Dharmendra, stated that the family resides in Surendranagar district, Gujarat, which is over 150 kilometers away from Patan college. “We received a call from the college yesterday and were told that Anil collapsed and has been hospitalized. When we reached here, we came to know that third-year students ragged him. We want justice,” he said.
The victim’s family is devastated by the loss and is demanding strict action against those responsible. “We want justice for our son,” said a distraught family member. “This senseless act of ragging has claimed a young life, and we won’t let it go unpunished.”
College Launches Investigation
In response to the tragic incident, the college authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to Methaniya’s death. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of a young life,” said Dr. Hardik Shah, Dean of GMERS Medical College. “We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation and taking appropriate action against those involved in the ragging incident.”
“Ragging is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences,” said a leading educationist. “It is high time that we take decisive action to eradicate this menace from our campuses.”
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