IIT Bombay Suicide Probe
Mumbai Police Question IIT Bombay Professor In Student Suicide Investigation
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The Crime Branch has recorded statements from about 45 people, including Wakode’s parents, fellow students, hostel staff and others connected to the case.
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After his name emerged in the case, Doolla was removed from his dean role and sent on leave; reports describe the role as Dean (Administrative Affairs) or Dean of Students’ Welfare.
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IIT Bombay said Wakode uploaded the exam question paper to ChatGPT to seek answers, but that no disciplinary action was taken against him.
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IIT Bombay faculty members publicly defended Doolla, saying he was being maligned for doing his job and that he had reported the alleged exam malpractice to the head of the department.
Mumbai police questioned IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla for nearly 10 hours on Wednesday as part of an investigation into 22-year-old student Sahil Wakode's suicide on September 18. Hindustan Times reports that Doolla denied allegations of caste discrimination and harassment raised by Wakode's family, saying he followed institute guidelines. The probe has now widened to potentially include IIT Bombay director Shireesh Kedare.
Wakode's death has sparked accusations that a professor harassed him over alleged phone use during an exam. Police are reviewing examination-hall CCTV footage and have sent Wakode's devices for forensic examination. Investigators have recorded statements from about 45 people, including Wakode's parents, fellow students, and hostel staff, Rediff reports.
Professor Denies Harassment and Caste Discrimination Claims
During his 10-hour police interrogation, Doolla rejected all allegations from Wakode's family. Hindustan Times reports he stated he followed IIT Bombay's rules and procedures. After his name surfaced in the case, Doolla was removed from his dean role and placed on leave. The institute has not specified whether this was the Dean of Students' Welfare position or another administrative role.
IIT Bombay Defends Professor Over Exam Malpractice Report
IIT Bombay confirmed that Wakode uploaded exam question papers to ChatGPT seeking answers. The institute stated no disciplinary action was taken against the student. Faculty members have publicly defended Doolla, saying he was doing his job by reporting the alleged exam misconduct to the department head. The Daily Jagran reports they argue he is being maligned for following proper procedure.
Police Expand Probe to Question Institute Director
Mumbai Police Crime Branch investigators plan to question IIT Bombay director Shireesh Kedare about the case. The Daily Jagran reports this step comes after Doolla's extended interrogation. Police have been gathering evidence and witness statements from multiple angles. Wakode's parents are demanding arrests in connection with their son's death.
Investigation Enters Critical Phase With Forensic Analysis
Authorities have sent Wakode's devices — phone, laptop, and other electronics — to forensic labs for examination. Rediff reports that CCTV footage from exam halls is being reviewed to verify claims about phone use during tests. The Crime Branch has already gathered statements from about 45 people connected to the case. Investigators are analyzing all available digital and video evidence.
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