Anti-Ragging Committee

Functionality of The Cell

The cell is responsible for implementing preventive measures to ensure that no incident of ragging occurs within or outside the campus.
Awareness campaigns are organized regularly to educate students about the harmful effects of ragging and the legal consequences involved.
Anti-ragging guidelines and policies are disseminated through orientations, posters, banners, seminars, and the college website.
CCTV surveillance, regular patrols, and faculty or staff presence during vulnerable times (especially at the beginning of a new academic session) help deter ragging.
If any student is found guilty of involvement in ragging, the cell takes strict disciplinary action, which may include: (a) Suspension or expulsion from the institution, (b) Withholding scholarships or other benefits, (c) Filing a police complaint, as ragging is a criminal offense under Indian law
The cell also provides psychological and emotional support to students who have been victims of ragging. Every student is required to submit an anti-ragging affidavit (signed by both the student and parent/guardian) at the time of admission.

Role and Responsibilities

Coordinator:

Coordinate all activities and ensure proper functioning of the cell.
Organize awareness programs, display notices, and promote anti-ragging guidelines.
Ensure surveillance in vulnerable areas and maintain communication with wardens and staff.
Receive and address ragging complaints with confidentiality and sensitivity.
Suggest appropriate action as per institutional and UGC/AICTE guidelines.

Faculty Members:

Assist the In-Charge in organizing and documenting anti-ragging initiatives and meetings.
Ensure institutional compliance with UGC/AICTE anti-ragging regulations and directives.
Maintain records of student affidavits, complaint reports, inquiry proceedings, and disciplinary actions.
Act as a link between the Anti-Ragging Cell and higher institutional/regulatory authorities for reporting and communication.
Facilitate the procedural aspects of receiving complaints and initiating formal inquiries.
Identify early signs of ragging or student distress and report them promptly to the Anti-Ragging Cell.
Act as mentors to students, especially freshers, to ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
Facilitate respectful and collaborative interaction between seniors and juniors through academic and co-curricular activities.

Students Member:

Serve as a link between the student community and the Anti-Ragging Cell.
Help spread awareness about anti-ragging rules, helplines, and grievance mechanisms among peers.
Encourage students to report any ragging incidents without fear and offer peer support to victims.
Stay alert to student behaviour in classrooms, hostels, and common areas, and report suspicious activities.
Assist in organizing anti-ragging campaigns, orientations, and sensitization programs. 6. Encourage positive interaction and mutual respect between juniors and seniors.

Parent Representative:

Provide suggestions and feedback from a parent’s point of view to enhance anti-ragging measures.
Help strengthen communication between the institution and parents regarding student safety and conduct.
Attend anti-ragging cell meetings and contribute to policy discussions and reviews.

External member:

Provide an impartial and unbiased perspective on ragging-related issues and ensure fairness in proceedings.
Assist in investigations of ragging complaints to ensure transparency and justice.
Offer expert guidance on legal, psychological, or social aspects of ragging prevention and redressal.
Help maintain accountability of the institution in implementing anti-ragging policies effectively.
Contribute to awareness programs, workshops, and seminars as a speaker or resource person.

Composition

MEMBERS
1. Prof. (Dr.) Shila Ghosh (Principal – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.) In-charge – Anti Ragging Committee
2. Dr. Soumen Maiti (Dy. Registrar – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
3. Dr. Krishna Sarker (HOD – Dept of EE – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
4. Mr. Amit Kumar Siromoni (HOD – Dept of AIML – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
5. Dr. Juin Acharjee (Asso. Prof. Dept of ECE – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
6. Sk. Latib (Asst. Prof. Dept of IT – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
7. Ms. Soumita Das (Asst. Prof. Dept of BSHU – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
8. Ms. Tina Biswas (Sr. Office Asst. – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
9. Mr. Souhardya Chowdhury (Student – 4th yr CSE – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
10. Mr. Subhro Kanti Saha (Student – 4^th year IT – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
11. Mr. Aditi Chaurasia (Student – 4^th year ECE – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
12. Ms. Sampurna Dey (Student – 4^th year EE – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)
13. Ms. Sandhita Poddar (Student – 4^th year AIML – St. Thomas’ College of Engg. & Tech.)

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