The row erupted after the death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Vakode, with allegations of caste-based discrimination, exam malpractice and questions over institutional accountability. While Sahil’s family alleges harassment and caste bias, the professor involved has received support from faculty members & several students. Watch Times Now’s show, India Upfront with Pranesh Roy on IIT-Bombay Suicide Row & The SC/ST Act Showdown.
