IIT Bombay Student Death: Psychiatrist Explains Campus Support, Academic Pressure And Warning Signs

A student’s death at IIT Bombay has renewed questions about academic pressure, campus support and student mental health. In this conversation, psychiatrist Dr. Adog Bache discusses how institutions can support students in the immediate aftermath of a crisis, identify those who may be struggling, and make counselling more accessible. He also explains the role of loneliness, academic setbacks and family stress, while sharing practical advice for friends, parents and faculty. The discussion looks at how schools and campuses can build resilience, communicate with empathy and ensure that mental health professionals receive support too.