Anti-Ragging Committee

Objective

The Anti-Ragging Committee is established to prevent and address incidents of ragging within the institution, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students. The committee is responsible for implementing measures to curb ragging, responding to incidents, and creating awareness about the adverse effects of ragging.

Composition

The Anti-Ragging Committee should include members from various sections of the institution to ensure comprehensive oversight and action. The suggested composition is as follows:

• Chairperson: A senior faculty member or administrator.
• Faculty Members: At least two faculty members from different departments and male and female.
• Administrative Staff: One member from the administration.
• Student Representatives: Two student representatives (one senior student and one junior student).
• Counsellor: A trained counsellor or psychologist.
• External Member: One external member, such as a local police officer or a representative from an NGO focused on youth welfare (optional).

Rules and Responsibilities

Meetings

• The committee should meet at least once every quarter and as needed to address urgent issues.
• Minutes of each meeting should be recorded and made accessible to relevant stakeholders.

Anti-Ragging Policies

• Zero Tolerance: Establish a zero-tolerance policy towards ragging in any form.
• Code of Conduct: Develop a detailed code of conduct that outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviours.
• Reporting Mechanism: Set up a clear and accessible reporting mechanism for students to report incidents of ragging anonymously if desired.

Complaint Handling

• Immediate Action: On receiving a complaint, the committee should take immediate action to stop the ragging and protect the victim.
• Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality to protect the identities of the complainant and the accused during the investigation.
• Investigation: Conduct a thorough and unbiased investigation to gather facts and evidence.

Disciplinary Measures

• Penalties: Determine appropriate disciplinary actions for those found guilty of ragging, which may include suspension, expulsion, fines, or other penalties as per institutional rules and legal guidelines.
• Counselling: Provide counselling services to both victims and perpetrators to address the psychological impact and prevent future incidents.

Awareness and Sensitisation

• Orientation Programs: Conduct mandatory anti-ragging orientation sessions for new students during their induction.
• Workshops and Seminars: Organise regular workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns to educate students about the dangers of ragging and promote a culture of respect and inclusion.
• Information Dissemination: Distribute anti-ragging policies and guidelines through handbooks, posters, emails, and the institution's website.

Monitoring and Surveillance

• Regular Checks: Conduct regular checks and patrols in areas prone to ragging incidents, such as hostels and common rooms.
• Surveillance: Install CCTV cameras in strategic locations to monitor activities and deter ragging.

Documentation and Reporting

• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all complaints, investigations, and resolutions.
• Annual Report: Prepare an annual report on the status of anti-ragging measures, the number of incidents reported, actions taken, and the effectiveness of the measures. Submit this report to the institution's governing body and relevant authorities.

External Collaboration

• Police and NGOs: Collaborate with local police, legal authorities, and NGOs to address ragging incidents effectively and ensure legal compliance.
• Helplines: Provide contact information for national and state anti-ragging helplines and support services.

Committee Members

S.No	Name	Designation	Role
1.	Dr.A.Shirisha	Professor	Chairperson
2.	Mr.N. Sundaram	HOD-MCA	Member
3.	Dr. A. Jyothi	Sr.Assistant Professor	Member
4.	Mr.K.Srinivas Reddy	Administrative Officer	Member
5.	Mr.R.Surya Vamshi	Sr. Student Representative	Member
6.	Ms. Sindhu	Jr. Student Representative	Member
7.	Mr. Prabhakar	CI-Medipally	Member

Contact

Mail your complaints with complete details to: arc@apgcu.ac.in