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IIT-B students begin hunger strike demanding accountability over Wakode's death

IN · 2026-10-02

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Key takeaway

IIT Bombay students launch a hunger strike demanding an independent probe into Sahil Wakode's alleged suicide.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerstudents at IIT Bombay begin a hunger strike demanding an independent investigation into Sahil Wakode's alleged suicide
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onthe protest escalates into demands for the resignation of director Shireesh Kedare and suspension of Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, creating leadership and reputational risk for the institute
  3. Step 3 · Reaches yousustained unrest and reputational damage at a premier institute may weigh on the higher education sector's brand and stakeholder confidence, potentially affecting faculty recruitment, student admissions, and donor funding

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Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com

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