Tragedy in Muzaffarnagar: Student Burns Self to Death After Being Denied Exam Entry Over Unpaid Fees

Nov 10, 2025 02:19 am CST

A 22-year-old BA student from DAV College in Budhana, Muzaffarnagar tragically died after setting himself ablaze when denied permission to take his examination due to unpaid fees. The incident has sparked outrage, with three police officers penalized for negligence and political parties demanding justice, including Congress calling for a judicial inquiry and compensation for the family.