Now there will be no mercy for those who indulge in ragging in higher educational institutions, this order of UGC will ensure the safety of students.
Now there will be no mercy for those who indulge in ragging in higher educational institutions. The order has been given by UGC. It has been said to seriously implement anti-ragging methods.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has given strict instructions to stop ragging in higher educational institutions (HEIs) giving priority to the safety of students. In the new order, all the institutions have been asked to seriously implement anti-ragging methods. If any institution does not follow these rules, then strict action will be taken against it.
Strict steps to stop ragging
UGC has instructed all the institutions to form anti-ragging committees. Apart from this, it has been said to install CCTV cameras in the campus, put up awareness posters in places like hostels, canteens and libraries and increase interaction with students. To provide a safe environment to the students, it has also been suggested to do surprise inspections of hostels, entertainment centers, and buses.
Helpline for students
A helpline has also been issued to deal with incidents of ragging. In case of any problem, students can contact through helpline number or email. Apart from this, UGC has advised the institutions to organize workshops and seminars to make students aware. UGC has asked the institutions to implement mentor-mentee programs to create better relations between junior and senior students. Through this program, senior students will guide the junior students, which will increase communication between them and reduce the possibility of ragging.
Strict monitoring and accountability
In cases of serious ragging incidents or student suicide, the responsible officials of the institutions will be held accountable. Apart from this, it has been said that special committees should be formed to investigate such cases and get the help of legal experts. UGC has clarified that strict action will be taken against institutions that do not follow anti-ragging rules. Institutions have been expected to make collective efforts to eliminate ragging completely. This has been done to create a safe and positive environment for the students so that they can complete their studies without any fear.
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