Daijiworld Media Network - Jaipur

Jaipur, Mar 25: A 19-year-old NEET aspirant, Rohit Bhati, was found dead in his hostel room in Jodhpur, with a suicide note that read, "Sorry, forgive me Chinnu." Police have launched an investigation to determine whom he was addressing in the note.

Bhati, a resident of Ras in Beawar, had moved to Jodhpur a year ago for coaching and was staying at the hostel of Diksha Classes in Chaupasni Housing Board, Sector-17. His body was discovered by the hostel owner, who immediately informed the police.

Following the tragic incident, Bhati’s father, Mohanlal Mali, along with other family members, rushed to Jodhpur. After an autopsy at AIIMS Jodhpur, the police handed over the body to his family.

Authorities are now analyzing Bhati’s call records in an effort to uncover possible reasons for his suicide. Police suspect that conversations on his mobile phone could provide crucial insights into what led to the tragedy.

Meanwhile, the Rajasthan Assembly recently debated the Rajasthan Coaching Centres (Control & Regulation) Bill, 2025, focusing on students’ mental health and suicide prevention. The Bill was introduced on March 19 in response to rising student suicides, particularly in Kota, a major hub for coaching institutes preparing students for competitive exams.

Unlike the Centre’s guidelines, Rajasthan has removed the 16-year age limit for students enrolling in coaching institutes, a move that has sparked controversy. The opposition Congress has criticized the BJP government, accusing it of intensifying student pressure by lifting the minimum age restriction.

Additionally, the Bill has made aptitude tests voluntary, whereas previous drafts had proposed making them mandatory. It also includes stricter penalties for coaching centers violating regulations.

The incident has once again highlighted the immense pressure faced by students preparing for high-stakes exams like NEET and JEE, raising concerns over the mental health crisis among young aspirants.