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‘System needs to take a pause’: Protest eruptsat IIT Delhi days after student’s death

MEGHNA DHULIA24 Aug 2026, 05:45 pmUpdated 20h ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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‘System needs to take a pause’: Protest erupts at IIT Delhi days after student’s death

IIT Delhi students boycotted classes demanding justice for a deceased peer. They sought an independent probe into administrative failures and accountability for officials. Protesters also highlighted issues like academic project denial and inadequate support systems. The administration met with students, agreeing to consider compensation and an inquiry. Students condemned alleged moral profiling and called for systemic change.

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Source: Times of India · MEGHNA DHULIA. Published 24 Aug 2026, 05:45 pm.

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