Whenever a student joins a college, he has many dreams and hopes in his mind. But if at the beginning of that journey he has to face humiliating or intimidating experiences, which we call ragging, then that dream is shattered. With this thought, Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy has resolved to make its institution completely ragging-free.
Every person has the right to live with freedom and dignity. And this right is also of every new student, no matter what background he comes from. Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy welcomes all its new students with open arms and is committed to providing them a pleasant, safe and educative environment.
Ragging: A Social Evil
Ragging is not only an illegal activity, but it also deeply hurts the self-esteem and mental health of the students. Many times it ruins the career and life of the students. It is not limited to just jokes between juniors and seniors, but many times it takes the form of physical and mental harassment.
This is why Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy has adopted a strong strategy to prevent ragging and making every student aware of it is also the priority of the college.
Strict laws to prevent ragging
The University Grants Commission of India (UGC) implemented the “Regulation to Prevent the Evil of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions” in the year 2009. Under this regulation, ragging is considered a punishable offense.
Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy has also adopted these rules and developed an unbreakable and strong system under which two main committees work:
Anti Ragging Committee (ARC): This committee monitors the incidents of ragging in the college and investigates any complaint if it comes.
Anti Ragging Squad (ARS): This team constantly patrols the college campus and works to prevent activities like ragging.
Procedure for filing a complaint
If any student is subjected to ragging, he or his/her parents/guardians can immediately lodge a complaint in writing to the college chairman or the Anti Ragging Committee.
The complaint must clearly state the following:
- Date and time of the incident
- Place of the incident
- Names of the persons involved (if known)
Full details of the incident
As soon as the complaint is received, the Anti Ragging Committee investigates and suggests appropriate action against the culprits. If the case is serious, an FIR is lodged with the local police under the rules of the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
Once the FIR is lodged, the case is seen as a criminal offence under Indian law and the accused has to undergo the judicial process.
Mandatory Declaration Form for Student and Parent
Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy has made it mandatory for all the students to sign an undertaking while taking admission in the college. It is clearly written in this declaration that the student will not participate in ragging and if he is found doing so, strict action will be taken against him.
Signatures of the student as well as his parents or guardians are mandatory on this declaration. This ensures that the family also understands this responsibility and gives the right guidance to the student.
Success of Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy
It is a matter of happiness that not a single incident of ragging has been reported in the last academic session at Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy, nor any kind of minor complaint.
It is the result of the strict monitoring system and awareness campaigns of the college that a positive and safe environment is maintained here. In the college, friendly behavior with new students is encouraged by the senior students so that mutual understanding and cooperation between the two increases.
Special steps in the interest of students by the college
Anti-ragging posters and signboards: Posters giving information about the ill effects of ragging and the law have been put up at various places in the college campus.
Helpline Number: A 24×7 helpline number is available to assist students, which can be contacted immediately.
Awareness Program: The college organizes anti-ragging seminars and workshops from time to time to make students and parents aware.
Confidentiality Guaranteed: If a student files a complaint against ragging, his/her identity is kept completely confidential.
Message to Students
Every student should understand that college life is not only a time for studies but also a crucial time for self-development and social understanding. Evils like ragging not only harm others but also have a deep impact on one’s own character and career.
If you witness ragging or become a victim yourself, do not keep quiet. Immediately contact the concerned authorities and protect your rights.
Conclusion
Mata Gurjari College of Pharmacy fully understands that a good academic environment is possible only when all students can pursue their studies without fear and intimidation. This is the reason why there are strict rules and awareness campaigns against ragging here. If every student and parent remains aware in this direction, then definitely our society and educational institutions will be able to get rid of evils like ragging.
