The death of a third-year MBBS student Fehmida Laghari in Mirpurkhas has triggered allegations of harassment and renewed debate on student mental health support.
MIRPURKHAS: The death of MBBS student Fehmida Laghari has sparked widespread concern and public debate after her family alleged she had been under severe mental stress for months, according to statements shared with local media and on social platforms.
Laghari, a third-year medical student at Muhammad Medical College Mirpurkhas in Sindh, was described by her family as a high-achieving student and batch topper. Her father, Intizar Hussain Laghari, said she had been struggling for an extended period before her death.
Family members and relatives have alleged that she faced harassment from certain teachers and students, claims that have circulated widely online but remain unverified. They further stated that complaints were raised with the college administration prior to the incident.
Her sister, Muqaddas Laghari, appealed on social media for public attention to the case, urging authorities to take notice of the circumstances surrounding her death.
The college administration has not publicly responded to the allegations at the time of reporting. Online users have expressed shock and grief, while also calling for investigations and stronger safeguards for student mental health in educational institutions.
Authorities have not released an official statement confirming details, and the matter remains under discussion.
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