A woman recently took to the social media platform X, expressing her views on IITians, labeling them as arrogant and elitist. Her statement quickly went viral, sparking a fierce debate online.
Bold Take on IITians Triggers Social Media Controversy
Getting into the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) is regarded as a prestigious achievement, signifying intelligence, dedication, and hard work. However, some argue that this recognition often leads to an air of superiority among IITians. Recently, a woman shared her perspective on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that every IIT graduate she had encountered was arrogant and dismissive of others. Her remarks ignited a major discussion on social media.
Viral Tweet Criticizing IITians’ Attitude
A user with the handle @curdricelover posted a controversial tweet on January 26, 2025, stating:
“Every IITian I’ve ever met is so insufferable to the core. Hate to generalize, but I’ve not seen one (1) normal IITian (esp tier 1 IITs, top branches). Arrogant assholes highly dismissive of others.”
every iitian ive ever met is so insufferable to the core. hate to generalise but ive not seen one (1) normal iitian (esp tier 1 iits,top branches) extreme air of elitism and placing themselves on a pedestal all the fucking time. arrogant assholes highly dismissive of others.
— bedardi raja (@curdricelover) January 25, 2025
Her tweet didn’t go unnoticed—it rapidly gained traction and sparked a storm of reactions across social media.
How Netizens Reacted to the Viral Post
The post drew mixed reactions from social media users. Many strongly disagreed, calling her statement unfair and overly generalized, arguing that IITians are highly talented individuals and should not be stereotyped. Some acknowledged that arrogance exists among a few IITians but maintained that it is unfair to paint the entire community with the same brush.
Interestingly, others resonated with her views, sharing personal experiences of encountering condescending attitudes from IIT graduates. The debate became a melting pot of diverse opinions, with some defending IITians and others agreeing that a sense of elitism does exist in certain circles.
Do Generalizations Hold Truth?
While broad generalizations are rarely accurate, they often stem from personal experiences. While some IITians may exhibit arrogance, many remain humble despite their achievements. Ultimately, character should be judged on an individual basis rather than preconceived notions.
What do you think about this debate? Have you ever encountered an IITian with an attitude, or have they been humble and grounded? Share your thoughts in the comments!