Hostel warden collapses, dies during inspection - The HinduUpdated - October 22, 2026 10:12 pm IST - THENIA warden of a backward classes welfare hostel in Periyakulam in Theni district on Thursday collapsed and died during an inspection.Velmurugan served as the warden of the backward classes welfare hostel on Sothupparai road in Periyakulam. On Thursday evening, Theni District Backward and Minorities Welfare Officer Sureshkumar visited the hostel for an inspection.During the inspection Velmurugan suddenly collapsed. He was immediately rushed to Periyakulam Government Headquarters Hospital. However, Velmurugan was declared dead.Published - October 22, 2026 10:11 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }