New Delhi, Nov. 21 -- The father of the class 10 student who died by suicide in the national capital has alleged that his son could not bear the "humiliation" and was subjected to repeated "scolding" by one of his teachers.

A Class 10 student, who allegedly died by suicide near Rajendra Place Metro Station, left a note accusing his school teachers of harassment and calling for strict action against them.

"For the past 8-10 months, he's been complaining that his teacher scolds him for every little thing. The teacher even complained to me about his mischievous behaviour. Despite our insistence, she continued to torture him. We told him we'd change schools as soon as he passed 10th grade. Three days ago, just before his board exam prelims,...