A 19-year-old Class 12 student, Jiya Khandelwal, died by suicide in Kota, Rajasthan, on September 18, 2024, after jumping from the 12th floor of her aunt's building. Her father, a doctor, had dropped her off shortly before the incident, intending for her to visit her aunt, who lived on the third floor. The police have stated that the cause of her suicide is still under investigation, although preliminary reports suggest depression may have played a role. This tragic event adds to the alarming trend in Kota, which recorded 26 suicide deaths in 2023, the highest number in its history. The local administration is grappling with the rising incidence of suicides, particularly among students in the competitive exam hub. Jiya's body has been returned to her family following a post-mortem examination.