Sahil Wakode’s death: Parents continue hunger strike for third day; Youth Congress workers join
While late student’s father, Ravindra Wakode, refused to speak to the media, the family’s lawyer said they have not received any response from the government so far over their demands
The parents of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode have continued their hunger strike for justice for their son, who died on September 18, 2026. The strike has entered its third day, as they demand the arrest of IIT Bombay Professor Suryanarayana Doolla and Director Shireesh Kedare. Sahil's family alleges that he suffered caste discrimination at the institute.
The 22-year-old second-year student was found dead in his hostel room on the evening of September 18. His father, Ravindra Wakode, has refused to speak to the media. However, his lawyer stated that the family has received no response from the government regarding their demands. Some Youth Congress workers and All India Students’ Federation members have joined the protest at Azad Maidan in south Mumbai, holding Sahil's photograph in their hands.
The Mumbai Police's Crime Branch is examining CCTV recordings and interviewing students, faculty members, and administrative staff to determine what occurred after Sahil left the examination hall. The IIT Bombay board has established a 10-member committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding Sahil's death. On Monday, Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad visited the Wakodes at Azad Maidan, expressing solidarity with the family.
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