KIIT student suicide row: Institute suspends 3 officials following misconduct allegations towards Nepali Students
The institute expressed its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all students


- Feb 18, 2025,
- Updated Feb 18, 2025 1:17 PM IST
The Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) has announced the suspension of three officials, including two staff members from a hostel, in response to allegations of misconduct towards Nepali students. The decision comes amid ongoing protests linked to the tragic death of a 20-year-old student from Nepal.
The institute expressed its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all students. The suspended officials are under investigation as the situation unfolds, with the administration urging a peaceful resolution to the student protests.
KIIT has apologised for an incident that caused a disturbance at the institution on Monday. They announced the suspension of two security officials and the establishment of a control room to assist in the return of the Nepali students involved.
The Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) has announced the suspension of three officials, including two staff members from a hostel, in response to allegations of misconduct towards Nepali students. The decision comes amid ongoing protests linked to the tragic death of a 20-year-old student from Nepal.
The institute expressed its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all students. The suspended officials are under investigation as the situation unfolds, with the administration urging a peaceful resolution to the student protests.
KIIT has apologised for an incident that caused a disturbance at the institution on Monday. They announced the suspension of two security officials and the establishment of a control room to assist in the return of the Nepali students involved.