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IIT Bombay Professor Questioned in Student Death Probe
A professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has been interrogated for eight hours in connection with the death of a 22-year-old student. The student's family has alleged caste-based discrimination by the faculty member.
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Sahil Wakode, a student at IIT Bombay, was found hanging in his hostel room on September 18. The incident has triggered an investigation by authorities, who questioned Prof S Doolla for an extended period as part of their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Wakode's parents have alleged that the professor subjected their son to caste discrimination, raising serious questions about the academic environment at the premier institution. The allegations have prompted scrutiny of workplace conduct and student welfare policies at the institute.
The case has intensified focus on mental health support and anti-discrimination mechanisms at India's top engineering colleges. IIT Bombay has come under pressure to address concerns about student safety and institutional accountability in the aftermath of the incident.
Authorities continue their investigation as the case draws attention to broader issues of social discrimination and student welfare in India's higher education system. The incident underscores the need for robust grievance redressal mechanisms and supportive institutional frameworks for vulnerable students.