Himachal government initiates probe into Dharamshala college girl’s death; assistant professor suspended

Victim was not a student of Dharamsala Government College in current academic session, claims Teachers’ body - The Tribune

Seeks fair probe into girl’s death case, defends accused professor.

Himachal Professor Suspended Over Sexual Assault Charge After Student Dies

Himachal Pradesh Government on Saturday suspended an assistant professor of the Government College, Dharamshala, in connection with the alleged sexual harassment and ragging of a 19-year-old Dalit girl, who died during treatment last week.

Himachal government initiates probe into Dharamshala college girl’s death; assistant professor suspended

The State has constituted a committee, which will examine the charges of sexual assault, caste-based abuse, etc., and submit a report within three days

Ragging case: Himachal CM pledges justice for woman college student

Shimla, Jan 4, 2026 Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday expressed grief and heartfelt sorrow over the demise of a young girl student from Government Degree College in Dharamsala. Demonstrating his personal commitment to the grieving family, the Chief Minister had a telephonic conversation with the parents of the girl to offer his deepest sympathies and support during this period of immense personal loss. During the c…

Rights groups seek action after death of 19-year-old Dalit student in Himachal Pradesh college

Dalit rights organisations on Friday demanded the arrest of three senior students and a college professor, and accountability from authorities, following the death of a 19-year-old Dalit female student who they allege was subjected to sustained ragging, sexual harassment and psychological abuse at a government college in Himachal Pradesh. Dalit Adivasi Shakti Adhikar Manch (DASAM) and its women’s collective, Mahila Kaamkaji Manch (MKM), said the…

Beyond Blame: Understanding Ragging, Responsibility, and the Moral Confusion of Youth

The tragedy involving a young college student in Himachal Pradesh’s Dharamshala has shaken the public conscience, and rightly so. A life was lost, allegedly after prolonged harassment, intimidation, and abuse. Grief demands justice, and justice demands investigation. Yet, in moments like these, there is a tendency to look for one clear villain and one clear failure. Educational institutions often become that convenient target. This response may …