CM condemns Nithin Raj’s death as public sentiment galvanises against management of Anjarakandy dental college

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed deep sorrow over the suspected suicide of Nithin Raj, a medical student at Anjarakandy Dental College, attributing his death to casteism. He condemned the alleged discrimination and called for justice, emphasizing that Kerala would not forgive those responsible. The incident has sparked public outrage and renewed calls for the implementation of the Rohith Vemula (Prevention of Discrimination, Exclusion or Injustice) (Right to Education and Dignity) Bill, proposed by the Karnataka government, to address caste-based discrimination in educational institutions.