IIT Bombay said replacement of ceiling fans with wall-mounted fans in hostels predates student Sahil Wakode’s death and is part of routine renovation. The move gained attention after his death, while NCP (SP) spokesperson Anish Gavande called for stronger suicide prevention measures
The Mumbai Crime Branch is analysing CCTV footage from IIT Bombay’s examination hall and hostel to reconstruct events preceding student Sahil Wakode’s death. Police are examining his movements after he was allegedly caught using a mobile phone to access ChatGPT
Mumbai Police have registered an FIR against people linked to an examination incident following the death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode. Students protested on campus, while police recorded statements of his family and students as the investigation continued
A second-year IIT Bombay student died by suicide after he was found using a mobile phone to upload an examination paper to ChatGPT. Students later protested on campus, alleging possible disciplinary pressure, claims the institute has disputed.
