IIT Bombay Student Sahil Wakode’s Death Sparks Protests; Family Seeks CBI Probe | Times Now

Описание: The death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode has triggered protests on campus, allegations of caste-based harassment and demands for an independent investigation.

Wakode died on September 18, 2026, hours after an incident during a mid-semester examination. His family has alleged that he faced harassment and caste discrimination and has sought a CBI investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. An FIR has been registered invoking provisions related to alleged abetment of suicide and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The allegations remain under investigation and have not been judicially established.

Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, who was invigilating the examination, was subsequently removed from his position as Dean (Administrative Affairs), although he continues as a professor at IIT Bombay. Students have demanded his complete suspension, while sections of the faculty have defended him and called for due process.

Latest context as of October 7, 2026: The Mumbai Crime Branch continues to investigate the case. It has questioned Professor Doolla and IIT Bombay Director Shireesh Kedare at length, recorded statements from dozens of people and is awaiting forensic examination of electronic devices. Both Doolla and Kedare have denied allegations of caste-based discrimination and said institutional procedures were followed.

Investigators are also examining what happened during the examination itself. Reporting indicates that Wakode was asked to leave the exam hall after allegedly using a mobile phone, and questions have since been raised about whether IIT Bombay’s prescribed procedure for suspected academic misconduct was followed, including the circumstances in which an apology letter was written.

The protests have continued into October, with some students beginning a hunger strike demanding Professor Doolla’s full suspension while the investigation proceeds. Mid-Day

This video reflects the allegations, protests and investigation as they stand at the time of publication.

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