Helal Sheikh, Ashulia:
A college student in Ashulia, Dhaka, has reportedly died by suicide after his girlfriend married someone else.
According to police, the body of Riyad (18) was recovered on Sunday (March 9) at around 10:30 AM from his father’s grocery store in the Pabnartek area of Dhamsona Union.
Riyad was the eldest son of Mahfuz Munshi from Bhanga, Faridpur. He lived with his family in a rented house near Pabnartek Library in Ashulia’s Vadaile area and was a first-year HSC student at Chandra Government College (Open University).
Background of the Incident :
Speaking to his family and friends, it was revealed that Riyad had been in a relationship with a local girl for the past six to seven months. However, her family arranged her marriage to someone else about 15 days ago.
Since then, Riyad had reportedly been struggling emotionally. His friend Alamin said, “He was devastated. He hadn’t been talking much lately.”
How Did the Incident Happen?:
Police, citing family members, stated that on Saturday night, Riyad went to bed with his younger brother, Rifat. Sometime during the night, after Rifat had fallen asleep, Riyad quietly left the room and entered his father’s grocery store.
There, he used a piece of cloth to hang himself from a beam.
The following morning, locals discovered his body when they went to open the shop. Police later arrived and recovered the body.
Police Statement :
Ashulia Police Station Sub-Inspector (SI) Saiful Islam said:
“The body was handed over to the family without an autopsy, as per their request. However, we are investigating the circumstances surrounding the suicide.”
Rising Suicide Cases Among Youth in Bangladesh
This incident highlights a growing concern over youth suicides linked to emotional distress in Bangladesh. Experts say mental health awareness and counseling support for young people are severely lacking.
Psychologists suggest that open discussions, counseling services, and social support from friends and family can help individuals cope with emotional struggles.
