“Sorry, Mummy and Papa” JEE Aspirant Aditi Mishra Suicide Note to Parents After Exam Failure
In a heart-wrenching incident, 18-year-old Aditi Mishra, a student from Sant Kabir Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, reportedly took her own life after not passing the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2025. This tragic event unfolded in Gorakhpur on Wednesday, shortly after the JEE Mains results were announced.
Aditi was studying at Momentum Coaching Center in Gorakhpur, preparing rigorously for one of India’s toughest entrance exams for engineering aspirants. Her dreams of securing a spot in a prestigious engineering college were shattered when she didn’t achieve the marks she hoped for. According to reports from India Today, Aditi left behind a suicide note that expressed her deep sorrow and regret:
“Sorry, mummy and papa. Please forgive me. I couldn’t make it. Our journey together ends here. Don’t cry. You both gave me immense love. I couldn’t fulfill your dreams. You guys please take care of Choti. She will definitely fulfill your dreams. Your beloved daughter – Aditi.”
The note was a stark reflection of her emotional turmoil. Aditi had returned to her hostel, Satyadeep Girls Hostel, just days before the incident. She shared her room with another student but was alone when she took this drastic step. Her last conversation with her father was especially poignant; she had him recharge her mobile without revealing her JEE results, perhaps out of embarrassment or fear of disappointing her family. She encouraged her father to remain hopeful about her next attempt, a conversation that now holds a tragic irony.
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Her roommate noticed that Aditi’s room was unusually quiet and alerted the hostel authorities. When they, with police assistance, entered her room, they found her hanging from a stole, with the suicide note nearby. The police have since taken over, investigating the circumstances that led to such a sorrowful outcome.
This incident sheds light on the immense pressure faced by students in India, particularly those preparing for competitive exams like JEE. The stress of performance, societal and parental expectations, and the fear of failure can sometimes become overwhelming. It’s a reminder of the need for better mental health support systems within educational institutions, especially for students preparing for high-stakes examinations.
In the wake of this tragedy, there’s a growing conversation about the mental health of students, the pressure of competitive exams, and the support they need. Aditi’s story is a somber call to action for educators, parents, and policymakers to rethink how we handle academic pressure and provide a safety net for those at risk.
