Sahil Wakode’s Death: What’s Unfolding Inside IIT Bombay? | Caste Allegations & Campus Anger| News18

IIT Bombay is facing intense scrutiny following the death by suicide of second-year student Sahil Ravindra Wakode on September 18. His family has alleged caste-based harassment, while some students have pointed to academic stress and pressure. IIT Bombay has denied that caste discrimination was established and says the circumstances remain under investigation.The campus has seen protests and an 18-point charter of student demands, including an independent investigation, stronger grievance mechanisms and expanded mental-health support. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch is investigating the case, while IIT Bombay has also apologised for its earlier communication about the circumstances surrounding Wakode’s death. -newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube