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Kolkata native Suman arrested for February attack on IIT Palakkad student

Authorities have arrested Suman, a 21-year-old from Kolkata, in connection with the February 23 assault on Ashwini, a data science student at IIT Palakkad. This incident has ignited conversations around campus safety, underscoring the urgent need for better security measures for students.

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Jun 5, 2026 · 1 min read · 2 views
Kolkata native Suman arrested for February attack on IIT Palakkad student

Key Takeaways

  • •Suman, a 21-year-old from Kolkata, was arrested after months of surveillance for assaulting a female student at IIT Palakkad.
  • •The assault on Ashwini occurred on February 23 at approximately 8:30 p.m. while she was walking to the dining hall.
  • •Ashwini suffered injuries to her forehead during the attack, although witnesses did not see the assailant.
  • •The investigation was led by Kasaba sub-inspector H. Harshad, highlighting the efforts of local law enforcement.
  • •The incident has sparked discussions about campus safety and security measures for students at IIT Palakkad.

Authorities nabbed Suman, 21,from Kolkata,linked to assault on a female student at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Palakkad. Arrest came after months of surveillance by special investigation team,ending in Suman's capture in Kolkata.

The attack happened February 23. Ashwini, a data science engineering student from Salem, was walking to dining hall with friends around 8:30 p.m. Witnesses said Ashwini was following group of students when assaulted,injuries to her forehead. But nobody saw the attacker.

A special team led by Kasaba sub-inspector H . Harshad took over investigation after the incident . Suman was brought to court post-arrest. The case has sparked talk on campus safety,raising questions about security for students…

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