ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This Committee, typically composed of faculty, staff, student representatives, and external experts, is tasked with creating a safe and supportive environment free from harassment and abuse. Their responsibilities encompass formulating and enforcing anti-ragging policies, organizing awareness campaigns, providing support mechanisms for victims, and conducting investigations into reported incidents.
By fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and accountability, the Anti-Ragging Committee safeguards students’ physical and mental health and upholds the integrity and reputation of the Institution. Moreover, they are critical in promoting a conducive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
- Chairperson:
- Preside over committee meetings and activities.
- Provide leadership and direction to the Committee.
- Ensure that anti-ragging policies and procedures are effectively implemented.
- Liaise with institutional authorities, external stakeholders, law enforcement agencies, and all other authorities required occasionally.
- Represent the Institution in legal proceedings related to ragging incidents, if necessary.
- Faculty Members:
- Participate actively in committee meetings and discussions.
- Assist in developing and reviewing anti-ragging policies and procedures.
- Monitor the campus environment for signs of ragging.
- Provide counseling, guidance, and support to victims of ragging.
- Conduct assessments of victims’ mental and emotional well-being.
- Contribute to awareness and education initiatives.
- Assist in developing strategies for coping with the effects of ragging.
- Student Representatives:
- Act as a voice for students in committee deliberations.
- Advocate for the rights and well-being of students.
- Raise awareness about ragging among peers.
- Report ragging incidents to the Committee confidentially.
- Assist in organizing anti-ragging activities and events.
- Non-Teaching Staff Representatives:
- Assist in coordinating committee meetings and activities.
- Maintain records of reported ragging incidents and committee proceedings.
- Liaise with relevant departments or offices for support services for victims.
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in disseminating information about anti-ragging policies and procedures.
- Parent Representative:
- Advocate for parental concerns and perspectives within the Committee.
- Facilitate communication between the Committee and parents.
- Provide support and guidance to parents of ragging victims.
- Monitor the campus environment for signs of ragging and report incidents to the Committee.
- Participate actively in committee meetings and activities.
- Advocate for proactive measures to prevent ragging.
- Educate parents about their role in preventing ragging.
- Solicit feedback from parents and provide input to the Committee for improvement.
- External Member:
- Bring external expertise and perspectives to committee discussions.
- Provide insights into best practices and strategies for ragging prevention and response.
- Advise the Committee on compliance with legal mandates and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in organizing outreach activities and collaborations with external partners.
- Participate in awareness and education initiatives aimed at the wider community.
- Conducting training sessions on committee members’ legal rights and responsibilities.