PhD Life at IIT Bombay: A Candid Conversation with Kehkasha Siddiqui (Twisted Truths TT79)

🎓 Ever wondered what PhD life is actually like at IIT Bombay? In this episode of Twisted Truths (TT79), we sit down with Kehkasha Siddiqui, a PhD student at IIT Bombay. She shares a raw, unfiltered look at the challenges, research grind, and the surprising realities of academic life in one of India’s premier institutions. We talk about: ✅ Why they chose IIT Bombay for their PhD ✅ The toughest challenges of research life ✅ What keeps them motivated during the grind ✅ Fun stories from campus and hostel life Whether you’re preparing for higher studies, curious about IIT Bombay, or just want to know what a PhD journey really feels like, this episode has a bit of everything. Watch the full podcast to find out. Timestamps 00:00 - 01: 25 | ✨ Introduction 01:25 - 03:35 | 🏞️ Campus Life is Holistic and Self-sufficient 03:35 - 06:00 |🐊 Wildlife Interaction Adds a Distinctive Layer to Campus Experience 06:00 - 10:13 |🔒Gender Interaction Governed by Strict Security but Without Oppression 10:13 - 13:37 | 🎓 PhD Admission and Fellowship Reflect a Structured but Challenging Academic Path 13:37- 14:40 | 🧠 Mental Health Challenges are Real and Complex 14:40 - 17:20 | 💑 Changing Family Dynamics and Marriage Perspectives 17:20 - 25:56 | 🔄 Inter-caste Marriages are Accepted, but Inter-religious Marriages Remain Challenging 25:56 - 31:35 |👗 Freedom of Expression and Absence of Gender Bias 31:35 - 33:45 | 🚨 Security Incidents are Rare but Highlight the Need for Vigilance 33:45 - 36:12 | 💑 Dating apps, goals and everything in between. CREDITS Guest: Kehkasha Siddiqui Host and Creative Director: Joydeep Sen Creative Writer & Content Strategist: Trisha Deyashi Production Head: Disha Agarwal Audio & Video Editing: Rajesh Kr. Samanta Poster & Thumbnail Design: Bidyut Singha Roy Produced by: Lal Bhatia Follow Twisted Truths' social media handles: YouTube:    / @twistedtruthssbydgf   Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtrut... Facebook:  / twistedtruthsbydgf   Spotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/po... For any other queries, email: [email protected] #phd #phdlife #iitbombay #podcast #phdinindia #phdjourney #wildlife #datingadvice #datingtips #cafe #hostellife #campuslife #indoorgames #wildanimals #iitbombay