IIT Bombay Director Signs 18-Point Student Charter After Protests Over Sahil Wakode’s Death

IIT Bombay Director Shireesh Kedare has signed an 18-point student charter after protests over Sahil Wakode’s death. Students raised demands related to campus reforms, transparency and support systems.

Post Published By: Sreeja Chowdhury

Updated : 21 September 2026, 10:39 AM IST

IIT Bombay administration signs an 18-point student charter after talks with protesting students over campus concerns (Img: Pinterest)

Mumbai: The protest at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) witnessed a major development after institute director Prof Shireesh Kedare signed an 18-point student charter following demonstrations over the death of BTech student Sahil Wakode.

The decision came after detailed discussions between the institute administration and protesting students. The students had raised several concerns related to campus policies, student support systems and the need for greater transparency in institutional processes.

Students Submit Charter With Key Demands

During the discussions, students presented an 18-point charter outlining their concerns and demands. The document included requests related to strengthening student welfare measures, improving grievance redressal mechanisms and ensuring better communication between students and the administration.

The signing of the charter followed days of protests on the IIT Bombay campus, where students sought answers and action after the tragic incident.

Administration Holds Talks With Students

The IIT Bombay administration engaged with student representatives to address the concerns raised during the protest. Following the discussions, the institute agreed to consider the demands mentioned in the student charter.

The development marks an attempt to bridge the gap between students and the administration through dialogue and institutional measures.

Board Meeting to Review Campus Concerns

The institute’s Board of Governors is also scheduled to discuss the situation and review the issues highlighted by students.

The matter has brought renewed focus on student wellbeing, academic environment and support mechanisms at premier educational institutions.

Focus Now on Implementation of Commitments

With the charter being signed, attention now shifts towards the implementation of the measures discussed between students and the institute administration.

The IIT Bombay community is closely watching the next steps as the institute works on addressing student concerns and strengthening campus support systems.