The controversy surrounding MBBS student Sejal Pawar and comedian Pranit More's crowd-work show continues to escalate. What began as a viral clip from a comedy show has now sparked widespread debate across medical circles, social media, and student organizations. The president of the All India Medical Students' Association (AIMSA) has publicly weighed in on the matter.
AIMSA President's Statement
Sejal Pawar, a medical student at Mumbai's KEM Hospital, faced backlash after a video from Pranit More's show surfaced online. In the clip, she made comments about male cadavers while discussing her medical college experiences. Many doctors and medical students felt the remarks crossed a line, showing disrespect towards body donors. As criticism grew, KEM Hospital placed Pawar on 15 days of compulsory leave and launched an internal inquiry.
Speaking to ANI, AIMSA president Jitendra Singh emphasized the seriousness of the issue. "First, regarding Sejal Pawar, I must clarify that a donated dead body is referred to as a 'cadaver.' A cadaver is a body donated by the family after death for medical study or research. Every medical student takes a 'cadaver oath' during their studies. In this oath, the student pledges to treat the body with respect, a sense of duty, and ethical consideration," Singh said.
He pointed out that as an MBBS student, Pawar would already be aware of these values. "Therefore, the remarks she made about the dead body - a body that is revered and god-like - are highly condemnable," he added.
Criticism of Pranit More
Singh also directed sharp criticism at comedian Pranit More, whose crowd-work shows have recently generated multiple controversies online. "As for Pranit More, people like him are a curse on society. In the name of comedy, chasing TRPs, and garnering views, they target our sisters and daughters, our religion, and specific individuals," Singh said.
He further argued for clearer guidelines on acceptable comedy. "Our primary demand to the Government of India is to define the parameters of comedy - to establish what kind of comedy is acceptable," he added.
The Controversy Unfolds
The controversy traces back to clips from More's show that spread rapidly across social media. In one video, Pawar's comments about male cadavers triggered outrage. Critics argued that body donors and their families deserve dignity and respect, especially given the role cadavers play in training future doctors.
Following the backlash, KEM Hospital set up a five-member inquiry committee to examine the matter. The institution has also said that Pawar will undergo counseling in the presence of her parents or guardians before any further action is decided. The committee is expected to submit its report within the coming days.
Another Controversy from the Same Show
Interestingly, this isn't the only controversy linked to the same show. Another viral clip featured audience member Himanshu Jangra making what became known online as the "₹370 biryani" remark. During the interaction, he suggested that because he had spent money on a date, he expected something in return. The comments sparked widespread criticism, with many social media users calling them misogynistic and deeply troubling.
The fallout was swift. Jangra later apologized and was eventually fired from his job at Gurugram-based Starvik Design. Company founder Vivek Vishwakarma publicly announced the decision after the controversy gained traction online.
Broader Implications
With both incidents emerging from the same crowd-work format, questions are now being raised not just about the individuals involved but also about the kind of conversations being encouraged on such platforms. As the debate continues, discussions around ethics, consent, accountability, and the limits of comedy show no signs of slowing down.
