The data shared by the APPSC show that of the 19 IITs that have SC/ST Cells, only 12 have web pages. At IIT Guwahati, while the SC/ST Cell has no web page, it is the only IIT where the Cell has not only conducted events, but has also been allocated funds and a separate room to function.
The APPSC claimed that the insufficient support system for the SC/ST students paired with alleged 'casual casteism' within the institute could have led to the student's death.
The circle complained about the head counselor of IIT-B Student Wellness Centre, who held anti-reservation sentiments that led to a lack of mental health support for SC and ST students at the IIT