Anti-Ragging

Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College (AGPC) is firmly committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for every student. The institution follows a zero-tolerance policy towards ragging in any form and ensures that the dignity and well-being of all students are protected at all times.

Zero Tolerance Towards Ragging

AGPC strictly adheres to the anti-ragging guidelines issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu, AICTE, and DOTE. The college has implemented strict preventive measures, awareness programmes, and monitoring mechanisms to eliminate ragging practices and to create a campus atmosphere where students feel safe, valued, and confident.

What is Ragging?

Ragging refers to any conduct, whether by words, actions, or behaviour, that causes physical or mental harassment or discomfort to students. It is a serious offence and is strictly prohibited on the campus of Arasan Ganesan Polytechnic College.

Physical or mental harassment of any form
Teasing, bullying, or intimidation
Humiliation or psychological distress
Verbal, written, or online abuse
Forcing students into unwanted or unhealthy activities
Preventing students from attending classes or academic activities
Any act that violates personal dignity, safety, or freedom

Ragging is a punishable offence under law and is dealt with utmost seriousness. AGPC follows a zero-tolerance policy towards ragging and strictly enforces the guidelines issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu, AICTE, and DOTE to ensure a safe and respectful campus environment.

Anti-Ragging Policy

AGPC enforces a comprehensive anti-ragging policy to maintain discipline and harmony on campus. The policy ensures:

Strict prohibition of ragging inside the campus, hostels, buses, and associated areas.
Immediate action on any complaint, with full confidentiality maintained.
Strong disciplinary measures for offenders, including suspension or dismissal.
Awareness through orientation sessions, posters, and circulars.

Anti-Ragging Committee

A dedicated Anti-Ragging Committee is established to monitor activities and address issues promptly. The committee includes:

Senior faculty members
Hostel wardens
Student counsellors
Administrative representatives

This team is responsible for preventing ragging, conducting inspections, and handling grievances.

Anti-Ragging Squad

An Anti-Ragging Squad conducts surprise visits in:

Hostels
Classrooms
Canteen
Playgrounds
Common areas
College buses

The squad ensures immediate action on any suspicion or complaint.

Student Awareness Initiatives

Orientation programmes for first-year students
Awareness seminars by police and legal experts
Display of anti-ragging posters across the campus
Distribution of anti-ragging guidelines
Separate counselling sessions for newcomers

Support for First-Year Students

Friendly mentoring by senior students
Faculty advisors assigned to each class
Strict supervision in hostels and common spaces
Open communication channels for reporting concerns

How to Report Ragging

Direct complaint to faculty or principal
Anti-Ragging Committee members
Hostel wardens
Written complaint to the office
Anonymous complaint boxes on campus

Punitive Measures

Warning and counselling
Suspension from classes
Debarring from examinations
Expulsion from the hostel
Cancellation of admission
Filing of police/ legal cases

Our Commitment

AGPC assures all parents and students that the college campus is safe, monitored, and student-friendly. We promote respect, discipline, mutual support, personal dignity, and healthy peer relationships. A ragging-free environment builds confidence and encourages academic and personal growth.