KAUSHAMBI: In a significant disciplinary action aimed at curbing ragging on campus, the administration of the Autonomous State Medical College in Kaushambi has suspended 97 second-year MBBS students. The college authorities have also imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 on each of the suspended students. This mass suspension comes in the wake of complaints received from first-year students regarding alleged harassment by their seniors.
The Autonomous State Medical College, which commenced operations in 2024, faced questions regarding its disciplinary environment after the ragging allegations surfaced. Acting swiftly on the complaints, the college administration initiated a preliminary probe and took immediate action against the entire batch of second-year students suspected of involvement.
Complaint Received via Anti-Ragging Portal
According to Principal Dr. Hariom Kumar Singh, the administration was alerted to the incident through a complaint lodged on the official anti-ragging portal. The complaint indicated that junior students were being subjected to ragging within the institution.
Following the alert, the college’s internal anti-ragging team conducted an initial investigation. Based on their preliminary recommendations, the administration decided to suspend the students for one month and levy a financial penalty to send a strong message.
Final Inquiry Report Awaited
While the mass suspension has been enforced as a deterrent, Dr. Singh clarified that a detailed inquiry is currently underway to pinpoint the specific individuals responsible. A dedicated committee has been formed to conduct a thorough investigation, and its final report is expected within one or two days.
“We received a complaint via the anti-ragging portal about incidents of ragging here. Based on the initial probe by our anti-ragging team, we formed a committee for a detailed investigation. To ensure we follow Supreme Court guidelines and the government’s intent for a ragging-free environment where students can study without pressure, we have suspended these students for one month with a fine of Rs 5,000.” — Dr. Hariom Kumar Singh, Principal
The Principal noted that it is unlikely the entire batch was actively involved. He stated that once the final report identifies the specific students—likely a few individuals—strict action will be taken against them. The remaining students, who may not have been directly involved, will be allowed to resume their classes after the review.
Communication with Parents
The college administration has also kept parents in the loop regarding the disciplinary proceedings. Dr. Singh mentioned that a WhatsApp group for parents is used to issue notices. Since the initial action was general in nature, specific parents have not yet been summoned.
However, once the inquiry report identifies the specific perpetrators, their parents will be called to the college and informed about their child’s involvement. Further punitive action will be decided based on the committee’s final recommendations. Meanwhile, academic activities for other students continue smoothly.
