Seeking justice, the father of a deceased IIT-Bombay student alleges that systemic torture and caste discrimination were catalysts for his son’s suicide
MUMBAI: The father of IIT-Bombay student Sahil Wakode, who died by suicide on the institute campus, has sought justice for his son and accused those responsible of pushing him towards the extreme step through alleged torture and caste discrimination. The fresh statement comes after Powai police registered an abetment of suicide case following a complaint by Sahil’s parents. Police have also invoked provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act after the family alleged that Sahil was subjected to casteist remarks and harassment. The case was transferred to the Mumbai Police Crime Branch late Saturday, with an ACP-rank officer set to conduct the probe. IIT-Bombay, however, has maintained that no disciplinary action was initiated against him and that he was counselled and assured that the incident would not affect his academic career. The family eventually claimed the body after police assured them that the investigation had been transferred to the Crime Branch.
Ravindra said. “I appeal for a thorough investigation into those who pushed him toward suicide through torture and caste discrimination. I urge the government to ensure justice for my child by terminating them from service…