India, April 16 -- A Class 8 student was found hanging inside a school hostel in Umerkote locality of Odisha's Nabarangpur district on Thursday, triggering shock and concern in the area.Odisha Investment Opportunities

The deceased has been identified as Prashant Bhatra (12), son of Parameswar Bhatra of Badakumari village. He was studying in Class 8 at Bhamini Ashram School under Umerkote block.

Student had recently returned to hostel According to reports, Prashant had returned to the hostel from his home just two days prior to the incident. He was found hanging inside the hostel premises on Thursday under circumstances that are yet to be determined.

Police launch probe; cause of death remains unclear

Upon receiving information, police...