Crime & Law · India
IIT Bombay Faces Scrutiny Over Student Suicide Response and Campus Issues
Following the suicide of student Sahil Wakode, IIT Bombay initially deleted an apology related to the incident, later reposting it after public backlash. Police have recorded statements from 20 individuals and are attempting to access Wakode's phone. A female friend reported that Wakode expressed regret over cheating during an exam prior to his death. An IIT Bombay panel has proposed measures including mentor support and clearer exam rules in the wake of the suicide. The incident has also sparked debate regarding potential political exploitation of the tragedy and raised questions about campus stress and institutional bias.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (2): The Telegraph (India), The Wire
- Centre (4): Deccan Herald, Outlook India, The Free Press Journal, The Indian Express
- Right (1): Republic World