A 17-year-old Class 12 student in Goa allegedly died by suicide hours after NEET-UG 2026 was cancelled, prompting renewed concern over exam-linked stress. Police recovered a note citing academic pressure, emotional exhaustion, and struggles balancing studies with hockey. While investigators have not confirmed a direct link to the cancellation, they said the sudden change may have intensified his distress.
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