IIT-Bombay Student Suicide: CCTV Footage Reviewed Amid Caste Harassment Allegations
Sahil Wakode, a student at IIT-Bombay, died by suicide during an examination period, with new CCTV footage capturing his movements before he left the exam hall. His family has alleged that he was subjected to caste-based harassment and faced significant institutional pressure in the lead-up to his death. Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide, naming multiple individuals connected to the incident. The case triggered protests on campus, with students and activists demanding systemic reforms and stronger mental health support structures. IIT-Bombay acknowledged that discussions around the matter had taken place, while asserting that its staff had followed established protocols.
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