The Indian and international student communities are mourning the heartbreaking and unexpected passing of Sai Nithin, a 29-year-old recent Lamar University graduate who tragically died of cardiac arrest earlier this week. Despite swift efforts by first responders, Nithin could not be revived, leaving behind family, friends, and classmates devastated by the loss.
Nithin had just completed his Master’s degree in Computer Science this fall and was preparing to begin his professional journey under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States. According to family members, he had been excited to move in with his cousin this December as he began searching for his first job — a milestone he had worked tirelessly to reach.
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Raised by a single mother in India, Nithin was the center of her world. She had dedicated her life to ensuring he could pursue his education abroad and fulfill his dreams. Now, she faces the unimaginable grief of losing her only child.
“He was calm, kind, and humble,” his cousin shared. “He had a gentle smile that made everyone feel welcome. Nithin wasn’t just brilliant — he was deeply good.”
In the wake of this tragedy, friends and relatives have launched a fundraising campaign to help repatriate Nithin’s remains to India, so his mother can see him one last time and perform his final rites. The majority of the funds will go toward clearing his student loans, with any remaining donations providing financial stability for his grieving mother.
The campaign organizers have expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of support, emphasizing how much every message, donation, and prayer means during this painful time.
“Sai Nithin was a bright soul with a bright future,” one friend wrote. “Though his time was short, the kindness he showed will be remembered forever.”
As the community unites to honor his memory, Nithin’s story serves as a poignant reminder of both the fragility of life and the enduring power of love, faith, and solidarity across borders.