Nursing student, 19, jumps to death off hostel building in Andhra Pradesh

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A 19-year-old nursing student died by suicide after she jumped from the fourth floor of her hostel building in Andhra Pradesh's Chittoor district.

The victim, identified as Pallavi, was a second year Bachelor of Science (BSc) nursing student at the PES College in Kuppam, according to a report by NDTV.

CCTV footage showed her jumping from the hostel building, following which staff and students rushed to her.

Pallavi was immediately taken to a hospital but died of her injuries on Friday morning.

According to officials, Pallavi had mental distress, according to NDTV.

Pallavi's family has accused the college staff of the victim's death, claiming lack of oversight and support. Police have registered a case of suspected suicide and have started an investigation.