IIT-Bombay Student Death: Professor Sent on Leave, Parents Allegedly Forced Out of Mumbai

Sahil Wakode, a student at IIT-Bombay, died under circumstances that have triggered a major controversy at the institution. His parents were allegedly taken out of Mumbai against their will by unidentified individuals, raising serious concerns about interference in the case. The family has announced plans to stage a hunger strike outside IIT-Bombay, demanding swift arrests and accountability. Allegations of caste-based discrimination have emerged, with claims that it contributed to the student's distress before his death. The Mumbai Crime Branch has launched an investigation into the matter, while a professor connected to the case has been sent on leave.