The incident has once again brought academic pressure and student mental health into focus.

Driven by stress related to studies, some students begin to believe that life holds no meaning beyond examinations, police noted. "Exams are only a part of life. They are not life itself. Education alone does not define success," the Cyberabad police said in an advisory.

The police pointed out that several globally recognised personalities achieved success despite limited formal education, relying instead on knowledge, perseverance, hard work and passion. They said life offers multiple paths to growth beyond academic scores.

Ranks, marks and constant comparisons with peers are pushing students into severe psychological stress, the advisory said. Education, which should help individuals live and grow, is instead becoming a trigger for anxiety and, in extreme cases, suicides. Student deaths linked to academic pressure are increasingly emerging as a social concern across the country.

"Education must shape individuals and support life, not destroy it," the police said.

Bounce back from failure

The police stressed that both in life and in sport, victories and defeats are natural. Students should not fear failure or lose confidence after setbacks. "Failures are stepping stones to success," the advisory said, adding that many eminent personalities faced repeated failures before achieving their goals.

Students were urged to introspect, identify mistakes and make renewed efforts. Planning for the future, seeking guidance from those who have succeeded in chosen fields and persisting despite obstacles were highlighted as key to long-term success.

Cyberabad police advisory to parents and teachers

The Cyberabad Police Commissioner's Office issued the following guidelines:

• Parents must remember that a child's life and right to live are more important than marks and ranks.

• Excessive academic pressure turns education into a pressure cooker and harms students.

• Marks are not a measure of a child's future; this must be clearly explained to students.

• Failure in examinations does not mean all opportunities are lost; many have succeeded in diverse fields despite academic setbacks.

• Children should be encouraged based on their interests and abilities.

• If students show signs of depression, professional psychologists should be consulted.

• Academic failure does not diminish a person's right to live with dignity.

• No two students have the same abilities; constant comparison must be avoided.

• Parents should spend time daily with children, understand their concerns and offer support.

• Students should be enrolled in courses aligned with their interests.

• Teachers and parents must explain the realities of limited opportunities and intense competition.

• Excessive coaching, daily tests and relentless schedules should be avoided.

• Physical exercise, yoga and meditation should be encouraged to relieve stress.

• Students should be motivated to read biographies and motivational books.

• Awareness about exam patterns, planning and life priorities can help students turn failure into confidence.

The advisory was issued by the Cyberabad Police Commissioner's Office.