Bhubaneswar: Student found dead in Utkal University hostel

Bhubaneswar: A tragic incident unfolded today at Utkal University in Bhubaneswar when a second-year postgraduate student was found dead in his room at the Madhusudan Hostel.

The deceased has been identified as Tapas Ranjan Nayak, a student in the Philosophy Department.

Police were called to the scene, where they recovered the body and later sent it to Capital Hospital for post-mortem. The exact cause of Tapas’ death remains unknown at this stage.

Hostel mates reported that Tapas appeared to be in good health the previous night, engaging in regular conversations with them. His sudden and unexpected passing has left everyone deeply shaken.

Doctors at Capital Hospital confirmed his death upon arrival. Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his demise.