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IIT Bombay Students Launch Hunger Strike Demanding Probe into Sahil Wakode's Death
Students at the prestigious Mumbai institute have initiated a hunger strike, pressing for an independent investigation and accountability after two weeks of protests.
Students at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have initiated a hunger strike, demanding an independent inquiry into the death of second-year student Sahil Wakode. The protest marks an escalation of student activism that has been ongoing for two weeks at the prestigious Mumbai institution.
The students assert that their continuous demonstrations, now spanning 14 days, have not received an official response from the institute's administration regarding their concerns. Their demands centre on greater accountability and transparency following Wakode's passing.
Among the key demands put forth by the protesting students is an 18-point charter, which notably calls for the resignation of the institute's director. This comprehensive list reflects a broader push for systemic changes and a more responsive administrative body.
The student action also comes after Sahil Wakode's parents were reportedly denied permission to continue their own protest on weekends within the institute premises. This development appears to have further galvanised the student body to intensify their demonstration efforts.
The hunger strike underscores the students' resolve to ensure their demands are heard and addressed, particularly their insistence on an independent investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding Wakode's death.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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