The Mumbai Crime Branch is examining CCTV footage from IIT Bombay’s examination hall and hostel to reconstruct the final hours of student Sahil Wakode. Investigators are tracking his movements following an alleged academic misconduct incident during a mid-semester exam.How the Investigation UnfoldedThe tragic turn of events has put administrative protocols, academic pressure, and student welfare under intense scrutiny. Following student agitations, the investigation was transferred to the Crime Branch to ensure a comprehensive, transparent fact-finding process.What the Examination Hall Footage RevealsAccording to officials analyzing the digital logs, cameras inside the examination hall captured second-year BTech student Sahil Wakode's movements between 12:30 PM and 12:45 PM. Footage shows him allegedly bending down toward his pocket shortly before a faculty member approached him, questioned him, and escorted him away from his peers. Investigators are reviewing this initial interaction to understand the immediate environment and actions taken inside the hall.Why Campus and Hostel Movements Are Being MappedCross-referencing camera feeds across multiple locations is critical to building an accurate timeline. Subsequent footage traces Wakode exiting the examination venue, walking across the campus grounds, and entering his hostel room around 1:25 PM. Police records indicate that he did not step outside the room afterward, prior to being found dead. Forensic teams and investigators are analyzing these digital trails alongside statements from student representatives and faculty.What Lies Ahead for Institutional ReformsThe incident has triggered vital dialogues regarding student mental health, institutional support systems, and the handling of academic grievances. Student delegations have submitted structured demands to the institute's director, who has acknowledged these concerns and committed to timelines for systemic changes. Meanwhile, the Crime Branch continues its meticulous review of all physical and digital evidence to piece together the complete sequence of events.also read : ICBC’s 5M India Loan Freeze
