KIIT University girl student’s death: Arrested accused Advik Srivastava likely to be taken into police remand

Advik Srivastava, the main accused in connection with the suicide of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepalese student at KIIT University, has been arrested and charged under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for alleged abetment of suicide.

Based on a complaint filed by the deceased girl's cousin, Siddhant Sigdel, police arrested Advik. He was placed in judicial custody, and cops have seized documents and electronic gadgets as part of the ongoing investigation.

Further Steps Likely To Be Taken By Odisha Police:

Meanwhile, Odisha police has plans to seek a court order to keep the accused in custody for further interrogation. Authorities are pursuing the remand of Advik for further questioning concerning the tragic demise of Prakriti. 

Officers from Infocity police station are likely to file an application today, requesting permission to extend the interrogation period to gather more details about the incident. In the meantime, the electronic devices belonging to the deceased student, including a mobile phone and laptop, have been dispatched to a forensic lab for a comprehensive data analysis that might offer further insights into the case.

The investigating team is also reaching out to other individuals associated with KIIT, including the institution's international relations officer, the hostel warden, and others who are reportedly linked to the deceased student's alleged intimidation. They have been served notices and are expected to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.

The Commissionerate Police is actively investigating the case, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all students, including those from Nepal. 

Nepali Girl’s Death In KIIT University: Steps Taken By Odisha Govt So Far

The Odisha government has set up a high-level fact-finding committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding Lamsal's death. In a related development, five KIIT staff members, including three directors and two security guards, were initially arrested but later released on bail. 

On the other hand, KIIT University has issued an apology for the incident and appealed to Nepali students to return to campus and resume their studies. However, reports indicate that students have rejected this appeal, and netizens have expressed dissatisfaction with the university's apologies.

The case continues to draw attention, with calls for a thorough investigation and justice for Prakriti Lamsal.