12-year-old found dead in school tank; father alleges ragging

India Nov 06, 2025

A heartbreaking incident at Sainik School Niglok, Arunachal Pradesh: a 12-year-old student was found dead in a water tank on November 1.
His father says senior students had been ragging him, which he believes led to his son's suicide.
Police are still investigating the case, which was initially reported as a suspected suicide.

8 students arrested, presented before Juvenile Justice Board

Police arrested eight students from Classes VIII and X on November 4.
They've been presented before the Juvenile Justice Board and are currently under the school Vice Principal's care for a week.
Student unions are demanding a fair investigation and stricter action against ragging, as the tragedy has sparked outrage among students and parents across the state.