Manali, Jan. 3 -- The Himachal Pradesh Women's Commission has taken cognisance of the death of a 19-year-old second-year college student under suspicious circumstances, amid prolonged ragging and sexual harassment.

Speaking to ANI here, Vidya Negi, Chairperson of the Himachal Pradesh Women's Commission, said that the panel had formally intervened in the matter and sought accountability. "We have taken cognisance of the matter. We have called the SP and also requested a written report. We have urged them to investigate every aspect of the case. If anyone is found guilty, they should be punished. A thorough investigation should be conducted. The government is also sensitive to such incidents," she said.

The case relates to the death of a ...