The ANTI RAGGING COMMITTEE of Furkating College will take strict action against anyone who is found of indulging in any such activity. The Committee is also responsible to ensure ragging free College Campus. It is because of the preventive measures taken by the Committee that there have not been any case of ragging in the college till date. Besides, the students often co-operate with the committee to maintain order and discipline in the College.
ANTI-RAGGING / ANTI-BULLYING COMMITTEE
Furkating College (Autonomous)
1. Regulatory Framework
The Anti-Ragging / Anti-Bullying Committee of Furkating College (Autonomous) shall function in accordance with the University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations on Curbing the Menace of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions, 2009, as amended, and other applicable statutory provisions and institutional rules.
The Committee shall work towards maintaining a safe, inclusive, respectful and student-friendly campus, free from ragging, bullying, intimidation, harassment and other forms of misconduct affecting students' physical or psychological well-being.
2. Composition of the Committee
3. Roles and Responsibilities
1
Prevention of Ragging and Bullying
To formulate, implement and periodically review measures to prevent ragging, bullying, intimidation, humiliation, coercion and other forms of student misconduct within the campus and in other locations covered by applicable regulations.
2
Monitoring Compliance
To ensure compliance with the applicable UGC anti-ragging regulations, institutional rules and directions issued by the competent authorities.
3
Awareness and Sensitisation
To organise orientation programmes, awareness campaigns, seminars and counselling sessions to sensitise students, faculty members and non-teaching staff about the prohibition of ragging, its consequences and the importance of mutual respect.
4
Protection of Freshers and Vulnerable Students
To promote the safe integration of freshers into college life and encourage healthy interaction between junior and senior students without coercion, humiliation or intimidation.
5
Receipt and Examination of Complaints
To receive complaints or reports of ragging and bullying, ensure their prompt communication to the competent authority and facilitate appropriate action in accordance with the prescribed procedure.
6
Coordination with the Anti-Ragging Squad
To monitor and oversee the functioning of the Anti-Ragging Squad and consider its reports and recommendations for appropriate action.
7
Fair and Confidential Handling
To ensure that complaints are handled sensitively, that the privacy of the persons involved is protected as far as practicable, and that the complainant is protected against retaliation for making a complaint in good faith.
8
Recommendations for Disciplinary Action
To examine reports and recommend appropriate action against students found responsible for ragging, bullying or related misconduct, in accordance with the UGC Regulations, applicable law and principles of natural justice. Any penalties shall be imposed by the competent authority in accordance with the applicable rules.
9
Counselling and Student Support
To facilitate access to counselling and appropriate support services for affected students and, where necessary, refer cases to the relevant institutional authorities or external agencies.
10
Campus Vigilance
To identify locations and circumstances where ragging or bullying may occur and recommend preventive measures, including appropriate supervision and monitoring of vulnerable areas.
11
Grievance Reporting and Emergency Response
To publicise the institutional reporting mechanism and relevant contact details, including the National Anti-Ragging Helpline, and ensure that urgent cases are brought immediately to the notice of the Principal and the appropriate authorities.
12
Documentation and Reporting
To maintain records of complaints received, action taken, awareness programmes and preventive measures, subject to confidentiality requirements, and submit reports to the Head of the Institution or other competent authorities as required.
13
Periodic Review
To review the effectiveness of anti-ragging and anti-bullying measures periodically and recommend improvements to strengthen student safety and institutional accountability.
14
Coordination with Other Institutional Bodies
To coordinate, wherever necessary, with the Internal Complaints Committee, Equal Opportunity Cell, Student Grievance Redressal Committee, counsellors and other appropriate bodies, while respecting their respective statutory mandates.
4. General Provisions
Ragging in any form is strictly prohibited. No student shall be permitted to justify ragging as a customary practice, introduction exercise or means of establishing seniority.
All complaints shall be dealt with promptly and fairly, without discrimination or arbitrary treatment.
Where an allegation discloses a possible criminal offence or an immediate threat to safety, the matter shall be referred to the appropriate law-enforcement or competent authority as required by law.
The Committee shall function under the authority of the Principal and shall undertake such additional responsibilities as may be assigned in accordance with applicable regulations.
5. Approval and Authentication
This document is approved for implementation at Furkating College (Autonomous), subject to the applicable UGC Regulations and the formal order constituting the Committee.
Dr. Apurba Saikia
Principal
Furkating College (Autonomous)
Date: 02.11.2026
