SriRam IAS Coaching Centre Issues Clarification Amid Backlash Over Social Media Post Following Student Deaths
New Delhi: SriRam IAS coaching centre in Delhi's Old Rajendra Nagar issued a clarification on Sunday night after facing significant backlash for a social media post made amidst the students' protest over the tragic deaths of three UPSC civil services aspirants due to basement flooding at another institute.
In their clarification, SriRam IAS stated that their initial message was misunderstood. “We intended to express that you are on a historic path. To drive meaningful change in society, it's crucial to step away from the conventional and carve out your own unique path. Stand out and be HEARD. We are with you,” the statement read.
The since-deleted post that triggered the backlash read, “We express our solidarity with the ORN Aspirants. It's time for soul searching on the part of everyone. Remember, you should not be a part of the HERD so that you are HEARD.”
Clarification: pic.twitter.com/FvPmPEgrI9
— SRIRAM's IAS (@sriramsrirangm) July 28, 2024
Many criticized SriRam IAS's statement, made while students protested for justice for the deceased, as “apathetic and mocking.” One user on X (formerly Twitter) called the message “an insult to the deceased students as well as protesting students,” while another accused the coaching institute of being “insecure regarding the students' protest.”
Meanwhile, protests continued in the national capital, with students demanding accountability for the deaths at Rau's IAS coaching centre and action against those responsible for the negligence that led to the incident. The protests reflect growing frustration among the student community over safety standards and the perceived insensitivity of institutions in addressing their concerns.
SriRam IAS's clarification aims to quell the backlash and reiterate their support for the student community, emphasizing the importance of individuality and meaningful societal change. However, the controversy underscores the heightened tensions and demands for justice and safety reforms within the educational sector.
