Anti-Ragging Policy

1. Introduction

St. Mother Teresa Group of Colleges is committed to providing a safe, secure, and respectful environment for all students. In accordance with the regulations of the University Grants Commission (UGC), the institution has adopted a strict Anti-Ragging Policy. Ragging in any form is a serious offence and is strictly prohibited.

2. Objectives of the Policy

• Prevent any form of ragging within the institution.
• Create a safe, secure, and supportive environment for students.
• Promote discipline, respect, and harmony among students.
• Ensure strict compliance with UGC regulations.
• Provide a mechanism for reporting and addressing ragging incidents.

3. Nature of Ragging

Ragging includes any act that causes or is likely to cause physical, mental, or emotional harm. It may include:

• Teasing, bullying, or harassment.
• Verbal abuse or use of offensive language.
• Physical assault or threat of harm.
• Forcing a student to perform acts against their will.
• Any act that humiliates, intimidates, or violates the dignity of a student.

4. Governance: Committee & Squad

The college has established two distinct bodies to handle this:

• groups
  Anti-Ragging Committee: Comprised of the Head of Institution, faculty members, administrative representatives, and student representatives to monitor and resolve issues.
• security
  Anti-Ragging Squad: A dedicated team responsible for maintaining discipline, conducting surprise checks, and ensuring campus-wide vigilance.

5. Procedure for Reporting

Students may report incidents through any of the following channels:

• College administration office.
• Official institutional email.
• Directly to Anti-Ragging Committee/Squad members.
• Online complaint portal.

6. Disciplinary Action

If a student is found guilty of ragging, the institution will take strict action, which may include: