In response to escalating protests, the National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra has mandated that all students vacate hostels by April 19, 2026, and has suspended academic activities indefinitely. This decision follows the tragic death of a second-year student, which is reported to be the fourth such incident on campus in the last two months. The institute's official notice, issued on April 18, indicates that students from undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs are now on immediate vacation. The protests have highlighted significant concerns regarding student welfare, including academic pressure and a lack of mental health support. In light of the situation, the institute has moved practical examinations online, while the schedule for theory exams remains to be announced. The student community is calling for accountability from the administration and improvements in counselling services to address these underlying issues.