In a firm move against ragging, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued show cause notices to 18 medical colleges across India for failing to obtain anti-ragging undertakings from students. has taken strict action against 18 medical colleges across India for failing to comply with the Anti-Ragging Regulations, 2009. Show cause notices have been issued to these institutions, requiring them to submit a written explanation within seven days of receiving the notice. The commission has also warned that failure to respond in time will invite stringent action, including penalties and other corrective measures.
Colleges Under Scrutiny
The notice, signed by UGC Secretary Prof. Manish R. Joshi, listed the 18 medical colleges spread across different states. These include:
Andhra Pradesh: Andhra Medical College (Visakhapatnam), Guntur Medical College, Kurnool Medical College
Assam: Lakhimpur Medical College
Bihar: Nalanda Medical College and Hospital, Government Medical College (Bettiah), Katihar Medical College, Madhubani Medical College
Delhi: Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
Madhya Pradesh: Bundelkhand Medical College
Uttar Pradesh: Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences
West Bengal: Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research
Puducherry: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute
Tamil Nadu: Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Christian Medical College
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These institutions have been found guilty of not obtaining the mandatory anti-ragging undertakings from students and their guardians, a key requirement under the Anti-Ragging Regulations, 2009.
The UGC issued a notice on January 23, saying it is worried about the safety of students. They pointed out that not following anti-ragging rules can put students in danger. The notice mentioned that the college had failed to collect the required anti-ragging pledges from students and their parents. These pledges are important and should be taken when students join the college and at the start of each new academic year to help keep the campus free of ragging.
The commission has directed these 18 medical colleges to submit a detailed explanation outlining the reasons for their non-compliance and the corrective measures they plan to take. Failure to provide a satisfactory response within seven days will result in further action.
Despite strict regulations, ragging continues to be a major issue in higher education, particularly in medical colleges.
Ragging remains a serious issue in medical and technical colleges, often leading to psychological distress, dropouts, and even fatalities among students. The UGC, along with the Medical Council of India (MCI) and state authorities, has intensified efforts to eliminate this menace. This includes:
- Mandatory submission of anti-ragging affidavits by students and parents
- Regular monitoring by anti-ragging committees
- Strict action against perpetrators of ragging incidents
- Awareness programs and sensitization workshops for students and faculty
The UGC’s latest action signals a stronger push towards ensuring safer educational environments. Institutions are now expected to strictly adhere to anti-ragging protocols and demonstrate accountability in safeguarding students. As higher education regulatory bodies continue to tighten their grip, colleges will have to ensure full compliance to avoid penalties and protect students from any form of harassment.
With educational reforms focusing on student welfare, strict enforcement of anti-ragging regulations will be crucial in fostering a safe and inclusive learning atmosphere in India’s medical institutions.
