India, April 5 -- In a surprising turn of events, several media houses reported that graduates from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay are encountering unexpected hurdles in securing placements. These reports naturally raised concerns among students, faculty, and industry observers alike as IIT Bombay is considered to be one of the best institutes in India.

Traditionally known for its stellar track record in producing top-tier engineering talent coveted by leading companies worldwide, IIT Bombay reportedly has been unable to place as many as 36 percent of its graduates as per media reports. "Almost 36% students who registered for placement at IIT Bombay are yet to find jobs. This is the situation in a premium ins...