Wed Jan 08 18:12:45 UTC 2025: ## Mysterious “IDLI CHUTNEY NO SAMBHAR” Email Puzzles GATE Exam Candidates
**NEW DELHI** – A bizarre email, purportedly from the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) administration, has sent ripples of amusement and confusion through the student community. The email, which has gone viral on social media, notably opens with the peculiar salutation: “Dear IDLI CHUTNEY NO SAMBHAR.”
The unusual greeting sparked a flurry of online speculation, with theories ranging from a technical glitch to a deliberate prank. The authenticity of the email remains unconfirmed, and IIT Roorkee, the organizing institute for GATE 2025, has yet to issue a statement.
The incident gained traction after a Reddit user posted a screenshot of the email, claiming it was sent by the GATE organizing team. The email, intended to inform recipients about the availability of their admit cards on the GOAPS portal, instead ignited a wave of online memes and jokes, garnering over 2,800 upvotes on the Reddit post.
Reactions to the post were mixed, with some finding humor in the situation while others questioned its legitimacy. Some users pointed out discrepancies, noting that some candidates received correctly addressed emails, fueling speculation about a potential technical issue, such as an SQL injection. Others demanded verification of the sender’s full email address.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding its origin, the “IDLI CHUTNEY NO SAMBHAR” email has become a viral sensation, adding an unexpected twist to the lead-up to the GATE 2025 exam, scheduled for February 1, 2, 15, and 16. The computer-based test will be held across eight exam zones nationwide. The GATE exam is a crucial step for students seeking admission to Master’s and Doctoral programs, as well as employment in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
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