IIT Madras Director Faces Backlash for Unsubstantiated Claims on Cow Urine

IIT Madras Director, Professor V. Kamakoti, has drawn sharp criticism for his recent remarks on the alleged medicinal properties of cow urine. During an address at a "Go Samrakshana Sala" (cow protection shelter) in Chennai, Professor Kamakoti attributed various health benefits to cow urine, including antibacterial, antifungal, and digestive properties. He even cited an anecdote about an ascetic who reportedly cured a high fever by consuming cow urine.

This incident follows a series of instances where IIT faculty members have made controversial statements that lack scientific basis.

IIT Mandi Director: In 2023, the IIT Mandi director, Laxmidhar Behera, faced criticism for attributing landslides and cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh to the consumption of meat.
IIT Delhi Professor: Earlier this year, an associate professor at IIT Delhi, Divya Dwivedi, sparked controversy with comments suggesting a future for India without Hinduism.

These incidents raise concerns about the role of academic institutions in promoting scientific temper and critical thinking. Critics argue that such unsubstantiated claims from prominent academic figures can mislead the public and erode trust in higher education. Furthermore, such statements can negatively impact India's international image, particularly among foreign universities and research, institutions, potentially discourage collaborations and student exchanges

The IIT Madras incident has reignited debate on the importance of upholding scientific rigor and academic integrity within institutions of higher learning.

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