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Missing Purdue student found dead
Neel Acharya pursued double major in computer science and data science.
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In another case of Indian students' tragic demise in the United States, Neel Acharya, a student of Purdue University in Indiana, who had been missing since January 28, was found dead.
His parents had launched a search operation for her son when they couldn't contact him. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), they said, "He was last seen by the Uber driver who dropped him off at Purdue University. We are looking for any info on him. Please help us if you know anything." The tweet is now removed from the platform.
Responding to the tweet, India's Consulate General in Chicago said, "Consulate is in touch with Purdue University authorities and also with Neel's family. Consulate will extend all possible support and help."
Neel pursued a double major in computer science and data science at the John Martinson Honors College of Purdue University. Chris Clifton, the university's computer science (CS) department’s interim CS head, informed students and faculty of his death.
"It is with great sadness that I inform you that one of our students, Neel Acharya, has passed away. My condolences go out to his friends, family, and all affected,” Clifton said in a note. "It's a shock. A real loss to our community,” he added.
Clifton acknowledged Neel as a "driven individual and academically talented." The boy's friend and roommate, Aryan Khanolkar, said he was a "loving, charismatic soul, and will be cherished by all of us."
Neel’s death comes shortly after the demise of Indian origin MBA student Vivek Saini in Georgia. He was attacked and killed by a homeless man named Julian Faulkner.
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