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INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION

Procedures for Ragging Prevention

Anti-Ragging Procedures for RISE Krishna Sai Gandhi Group of Institutions — the framework for prevention, monitoring, reporting, investigation, and penalties related to ragging.

Doc No Version Approved By Date of Release
RGAN/Pro/02 1.0 BOG 04/03/2018

1. Objective

To ensure a ragging-free environment in the college and to take strict action against those found guilty of ragging or abetting ragging.

2. Awareness Campaign

  • 2.1 The college will conduct orientation programs for fresher's to make them aware of the anti-ragging policies and the consequences of ragging.

  • 2.2 Posters, banners, and notices highlighting anti-ragging laws and the college's stance against ragging will be displayed prominently across the campus.

3. Affidavits

  • 3.1 At the time of admission, every student and their parent/guardian will be required to submit an affidavit stating that the student will not indulge in ragging.

  • 3.2 Senior students will also submit an affidavit at the beginning of each academic year stating they will not participate in or promote ragging.

4. Monitoring and Vigilance

  • 4.1 An Anti-Ragging Committee will be formed, comprising faculty members, non-teaching staff, senior students, and freshers as per the statutory body.

  • 4.2 The committee will be responsible for ensuring compliance with anti-ragging measures and addressing any ragging incidents.

  • 4.3 Surprise checks in hostels, canteens, and other common areas will be conducted regularly.

5. Reporting Mechanism

  • 5.1 A dedicated email will be set up for reporting ragging incidents.

  • 5.2 The identity of the complainant will be kept confidential to protect them from any backlash.

6. Immediate Action

  • 6.1 Any student or group of students found guilty of ragging will be immediately suspended pending a full investigation.

  • 6.2 The college will provide counseling and support to the victim.

7. Investigation

  • 7.1 The Anti-Ragging Committee will conduct a thorough investigation of the reported incident.

  • 7.2 Statements from the victim, the accused, and any witnesses will be recorded.

  • 7.3 CCTV footage, if available, will be reviewed.

8. Penalties

8.1 Students found guilty of ragging will face strict penalties, which may include:

  • Expulsion from the college.

  • Withholding of scholarships or benefits.

  • Debarring from appearing in exams or representing the college in any event.

  • Filing of a criminal case against the guilty.

8.2 The punishment will be decided based on the severity of the incident and the recommendation of the Anti-Ragging Committee.

9. Rehabilitation

  • 9.1 The college will provide counseling and support to victims of ragging to help them overcome the trauma.

  • 9.2 Awareness and sensitization workshops will be conducted regularly to educate students about the ill effects of ragging.

10. Continuous Review

  • 10.1 The Anti-Ragging Committee will meet regularly to review the effectiveness of anti-ragging measures and suggest improvements.

  • 10.2 Feedback will be taken from students, especially fresher's, to understand the ground reality and make necessary changes.

Preventive Measures

  • The AICTE and the Indian government provide recommendations for the formation of a committee.

  • Most senior staff members have formed an anti-ragging committee.

  • The Contact Number of the Anti ragging squad and committee will be displayed at all notice boards.

  • Students can lodge complaint by online or offline mode.

  • Ragging education and prevention activities, such as skits and role-plays, workshops will be conducted.

  • Inappropriate ragging sanctions should be displayed in the right areas.

  • A plan will be devised by the Anti-Ragging Squad to keep track of all times and locations where ragging is likely to occur.

  • All first-year students in the hostel will be housed on the ground floor.

  • The canteen will have separate hours for first-year students and the remainder of the years of students.