IIT-Bombay Suicide Case: Sahil Wakode’s Parents Seek Justice
The parents of Sahil Wakode, a 19-year-old student who died by suicide at IIT-Bombay in 2022, have moved the high court seeking a CBI or SIT probe into the incident. They have also requested the preservation of CCTV footage related to the case.
Key Highlights
- Parents of Sahil Wakode move high court for CBI or SIT probe.
- Request preservation of CCTV footage related to the case.
- Case has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice.
Context
The case of Sahil Wakode’s death by suicide at IIT-Bombay has raised several questions and concerns about the safety and well-being of students in the institute. The parents of Sahil Wakode have been fighting for justice and have now moved the high court seeking a CBI or SIT probe into the incident.
On January 12, 2022, Sahil Wakode died by suicide at IIT-Bombay. The incident sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice. The parents of Sahil Wakode have been demanding a thorough investigation into the incident and have now moved the high court seeking a CBI or SIT probe.
Response
Reacting to the development, a spokesperson for IIT-Bombay said,
“We take all incidents of this nature very seriously and are cooperating fully with the authorities. We will continue to provide support to the family of Sahil Wakode.”
Forward Context: The high court is expected to take up the case soon and the parents of Sahil Wakode are hopeful that justice will be served. The case has sparked a wider debate about the safety and well-being of students in educational institutions and the need for a thorough investigation into such incidents.