EXCLUSIVE: 2024 Email From IIT Bombay Prof Doolla Shows Push For Inclusivity, Unity & Peace

News18 - Sep 22, 2026

CNN-News18 has accessed a 2024 email from IIT Bombay Professor Suryanarayana Doolla in which he advocated for inclusivity, unity and peace.The email comes into focus amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the death of student Sahil Wakode and allegations of caste-based discrimination and harassment at IIT Bombay.Watch the full report for the details of the email and its context in the ongoing IIT Bombay controversy. n18oc_indian18oc_breaking-newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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Amid protests following the death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode, a student has defended Professor Suryanarayana Doolla and said he had never witnessed caste-based discrimination at the institute. Other students have also questioned the caste-discrimination allegations, while stressing the need for reforms in student welfare.The remarks come as an investigation continues into the circumstances surrounding Wakode’s death. His family has alleged caste-based harassment, while IIT Bombay and supporters of Professor Doolla have disputed the allegations. -newsCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

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