The Dark Underbelly of IIT Bombay's Prestige The recent suicide of Sahil Wakode, a second year student at IIT Bombay, has highlighted systemic issues plaguing India's top educational institutions.
Allegations of torture and caste discrimination made by Sahil's father against IIT Bombay officials are deeply disturbing.
A closer examination reveals that the IIT system, with its emphasis on meritocratic excellence, often creates an environment where students feel pressured to conform to impossible standards.