Two Arrested After Delhi University Professor Debosmita Paul Found Dead in East Delhi
Dr. Debosmita Paul, a Delhi University professor, was found dead at her residence in East Delhi on June 4, prompting a police investigation that has led to the arrest of two suspects. The Delhi Police arrested a couple in connection with the case, alleging that the murder was motivated by a dispute over an ancestral property located in West Bengal.
Dr. Paul previously taught at Maharaja Agrasen College before joining the faculty at Shivaji College. While authorities proceed with the legal case, her former students have expressed deep grief, choosing to remember her legacy of warmth, attentiveness, and academic encouragement.
Students recalled that Dr. Paul had a profound impact on their love for Indian literature. She taught texts like 'The Legends of Khasak', 'Mrichchhakatika', and 'Cilappatikaram' with a level of enthusiasm that went beyond the standard syllabus. Her discussions frequently transitioned into helpful guidance about research, higher studies, and reading outside of classroom hours.
Vishal Gola, one of her former students, remembered her gentle approach to teaching. He recalled how she once quietly corrected a phrase during his classroom presentation to avoid embarrassing him. He noted that her classes felt like much more than an ordinary lecture because of the way she articulated Indian classics.
Other students remembered her for her personal attentiveness. Garvita Singh recalled arriving on campus exhausted after walking in the intense Delhi summer heat, only for Dr. Paul to stop and check on her well-being.
Dr. Paul also served as the teacher coordinator for the college music society. In this role, she actively supported students and ensured they received credit for their efforts. A former student, Jiya, recalled how Dr. Paul once helped her carry a heavy tabla bag to a performance venue, chatting casually along the way.
Even after graduation, Dr. Paul remained supportive of her students' futures. Garvita met Dr. Paul at an alumni gathering just three months before her death, where the professor encouraged her to present a paper at an academic conference.
