The administration of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in India has allegedly suppressed protests demanding justice for Nepali student Prakriti Lamsal, who was found dead in her hostel room. Nepali students protesting for a thorough investigation were reportedly expelled from the college. A student sharing photos and videos from the college, told ApEx, “We were demanding an investigation, but instead, the administration expelled us.” KIIT has around 1,500 Nepali students.

Lamsal had previously filed a complaint with the International Relations Officer (IRO) against a fellow student for prolonged harassment, but no serious action was taken. Following her death, the college issued a statement claiming it was a suicide, though the exact cause will be confirmed after a post-mortem examination at Capital Hospital.