IIT-B student suicide: Sahil Wakode’s parents begin hunger strike in Mumbai

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What happened

Parents of Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student who died by suicide, have started a hunger strike.

They demand justice and action against those who allegedly tormented their son.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:08:08 UTC.

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