Rajeshwari Iyer

Dr. Rajeshwari Iyer is an Indian-American professor who recently sparked controversy on social media by attributing the cause of a tragic Air India crash, which resulted in the loss of at least 265 lives, to the reservation system in India. Her comments, which criticized the prioritization of 'freeloaders' over safety, were met with both support and backlash, highlighting the sensitive nature of discussions surrounding social policies and aviation safety. Iyer's remarks drew attention to broader issues of caste and governance in India, prompting varied reactions from the public and fellow Indian-origin individuals.