
The death of an IIT Bombay student has sparked debate on issues of mental health, institutional pressure and caste discrimination in institutions.
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After the death of an IIT Bombay student, there has been a debate on the questions of mental health and caste discrimination.
Where does caste come into play in merit in IIT? - The Lens
How much pressure are there on students studying in prestigious institutes of the country like IITs due to studies, competition, career and family expectations?
And amidst this pressure, does discrimination based on caste or socio-economic background further increase their problems?
After the recent death of an IIT Bombay student, the debate has once again erupted on the issues of mental health of students, institutional pressure and caste discrimination.
The student's family has alleged caste discrimination, while the institute has denied these allegations. Investigation of the matter is ongoing.
So in this episode of The Lens, we will discuss these questions: What kind of pressure and discrimination do students face in institutions like IITs?
How prepared is the current system of institutions regarding mental health and what can be done for the safety of students?
Collective Newsroom's Director of Journalism Mukesh Sharma is talking to IIT alumnus Dr. Pranav Jeevan, Professor Rajeev Kumar and clinical psychologist Dr. Aruna Bruta on this topic.

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