PANAJI: With a scholar allegedly dying by suicide at BITS Pilani Ok Ok Birla Goa Campus final Thursday, making it the third such scholar demise in 5 months, the establishment is taking a number of measures, together with revamping its syllabus, to stop such unlucky incidents sooner or later.
As a part of these, college students in misery can be supplied flexibility on the subject of taking exams. The authorities at BITS Pilani Goa Campus stated a ‘Pupil Wellbeing Dashboard’ can also be being developed to offer personalised assist and guarantee well timed interventions in case of want.
“We’re revamping the prevailing curriculum, and a separate committee has been constituted to streamline the educational content material. College students in misery can be given flexibility to take examinations. New programs on psychological and bodily wellness and stress administration can be included within the revised curriculum,” a press release from the establishment stated.
“The lack of our scholar, Krishna Kasera, has saddened your complete group. We perceive that it is a tough time for everybody, and we’re devoted to offering compassionate assist and care to all members of our group. We’re extending full assist to the native authorities and the household,” it stated.
BITS Pilani Goa Campus stated it already provides counselling from psychologists and a 24×7 helpline, peer and college assist teams, and sports activities and fitness center amenities to make sure the well-being of its college students.