Jalgaon, Aug 29 — A 17-year-old student allegedly died by suicide in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district on Raksha Bandhan after posting emotional messages for his sister and parents on social media.
The deceased has been identified as Rohit Sahebrao Dhangar, a Class 11 student from the Arts stream. The incident took place in the Juna Asoda Road area of Jalgaon and has left his family in deep shock.
According to preliminary information, Rohit had gone to his father's house along with his father on Raksha Bandhan. After receiving a Rakhi from his sister, he returned home with his father on a two-wheeler.
After reaching home, Rohit posted a photograph with his sister on Instagram along with an emotional message. He reportedly wrote, "Take care of everyone, Didi. Don't leave Mom and Dad alone. I'm leaving."
He also posted another status that read, "Next time I come, I'll be everyone's favourite."
Preliminary information suggests that Rohit had also sent a video message to a friend, reportedly saying that he had lost money while playing online games.
After receiving the message, the friend rushed to Rohit's house. However, by the time he arrived, Rohit had allegedly hanged himself.
The family immediately rushed him to the Government Medical College and Hospital in Jalgaon, where doctors declared him dead.
The incident has caused a stir in the area, with the circumstances surrounding the teenager's death being investigated by the police.
The Shani Peth Police Station has registered a case of accidental death and initiated an investigation. Police are examining Rohit's social media posts and messages to understand the circumstances that may have led to the incident.
Meanwhile, Rohit had also posted another dialogue as his status, which read, “When I come next time, I will be everyone’s favourite. I will erase all the remaining scars. There will be no tears in your eyes, and I will not take anything away from your heart. Thank you…”
The incident has left Rohit's sister and parents devastated, particularly as it occurred on Raksha Bandhan, a festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.