Bhubaneswar, Feb. 23 -- The untimely death of teenagers due to alleged suicide during the time of examinations across Odisha is a matter of concern. Amid the ongoing Matriculation and Plus 2 examinations, as many as three students in Bolangir, Bhadrak, and Berhampur have died by suicide so far.

Family members crestfallen

Family members of 15-year-old Binayak Pradhan in Bolangir, who allegedly killed himself in hostel bathroom before the matriculation examination, are in a state of shock. Their dreams of a bright future for Binayak have been shattered.

"My son was a good student. He has not committed suicide, he has been murdered," alleged Binayak's father, Ratra Pradhan.

In another unfortunate incident, a student identified as Abhishe...