Bhubaneswar, Feb. 18 -- The Vice-Chancellor of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed University issued a letter of apology following the recent incident involving the death of a third-year Nepali student in her hostel room.

"KIIT has always been a home to students from across the world, fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and care. We deeply regret the recent incident and reaffirm our commitment to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all our students, including our dear Nepali students.," the letter reads.

Earlier today, the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) set up a 24/7 control room at its campus 6 to assist Nepali students returning to the university.

The father of the deceased alleged ...