A 22-year-old post-graduate student who had consumed rat poison in the Maharani College hostel passed away at a hospital on Saturday.The deceased, identified as Swarna, was pursuing MSc at the Maharani College and living in the hostel.She was reportedly disturbed by the death of her father three months ago and had not been doing well in academics since then. Police revealed that she was also upset over a domestic row.Last week, after consuming the rat poison, she boarded a bus to Chikkaballapura with an intention to go there and die. Upon reaching the place, the semi-conscious Swarna was shifted to the hospital, where she died.The High Grounds Police have registered a case of unnatural death and are probing further to ascertain the possible reason for the extreme step.(Those having suicidal tendencies can call Arogya Sahaya Vani Ph. 104 for help).Published - October 12, 2025 07:51 pm IST