Tragedy at IIT Bhilai: Student Death Prompts Investigation into Medical Negligence and Campus Health Facilities

Nov 13, 2025 02:45 pm CST

An 18-year-old IIT Bhilai engineering student's death has sparked outrage and an investigation into alleged medical negligence. After developing a fever, Saumil Sahu's condition rapidly deteriorated, leading to his death the following day. Students claim inadequate campus medical facilities contributed to the tragedy, prompting protests and a comprehensive response from the institute including suspension of the medical officer and formation of a fact-finding committee.