IIT-Bombay student dies by suicide after being caught using AI during exam
A second-year IIT-Bombay student died by suicide on Friday evening. He had used an AI platform to seek answers during an examination. Students gathered demanding a probe into mental health concerns and institutional actions. The institute stated no disciplinary action was initiated against the student. This incident follows another student suicide at the same hostel on July 28.
A second-year student studying Energy Science and Engineering at IIT-Bombay took his own life on Friday evening, following his discovery using AI during an examination. The student was caught with his mobile phone in the exam hall, having uploaded the question paper to an AI platform to seek answers. This tragic event prompted a large gathering of students demanding a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances leading to the suicide.
They claimed that the authorities were neglecting their mental health concerns. The institute's statement confirmed no disciplinary action was taken against the student, noting that the matter was discussed with the student and the department head who offered counseling and reassurance that it would not impact his academic career.
The student returned to his hostel room before being found dead later in the evening. The institute expressed deep sorrow over the loss, promising to provide support to affected individuals, and stated that the circumstances of the death were under investigation by the appropriate authorities. The police were actively gathering statements from students and faculty at the time of reporting.
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