• 10 May, 2026
Erode Medical College MBBS Student Reports Ragging and Suicide Attempt, Health Ministry Directs Immediate NMC Inquiry

Erode Medical College MBBS Student Reports Ragging and Suicide Attempt, Health Ministry Directs Immediate NMC Inquiry

An MBBS student at Erode Medical College has alleged severe ragging and harassment that pushed him to attempt suicide. Union Health Ministry has directed National Medical Commission and state authorities to investigate immediately. This article explains what happened, why ragging persists in medical colleges and practical steps students and families can take to stay safe.