ANTI-RAGGING COMMITTEE

In accordance with the guidelines of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), the institution has constituted an Anti-Ragging Committee to prevent ragging and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students.

Ragging in any form is strictly prohibited within the college campus and hostel premises. Any student found guilty of ragging will be punished as per UGC regulations.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ANTI-RAGGING COMMITTEE

To prevent ragging in all its forms within the campus.
To create awareness among students about the dehumanizing effect of ragging.
To ensure a safe and friendly environment for freshers.
To take strict action against students involved in ragging activities.
To comply with UGC and PCI anti-ragging regulations.

FUNCTIONS OF THE COMMITTEE

To monitor and supervise anti-ragging activities in the institution.
To conduct awareness programs on anti-ragging.
To receive and address complaints related to ragging.
To conduct enquiries and recommend suitable disciplinary action.
To ensure compliance with anti-ragging laws and guidelines.

COMPOSITION OF THE ANTI-RAGGING COMMITTEE

S.No	Name	Designation	Role	Contact Number
1	Dr. Y. Prapurnachandra	Principal, Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy, Nellore	Chairman	9000444948
2	Dr. P. Venugopalaiah	Professor & Head, Dept. of Pharmaceutics	Member	8686353637
3	Mrs. P. Prabhavathi	Associate Professor, Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy	Member	8897923914
4	Ms. P. Sailaja	Associate Professor & Girls Hostel Deputy Warden	Member	9963366179
5	Dr. Y. Ramesh	Professor & HOD, Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy	Member	7672026003
6	Mrs. S. Revathi	Associate Professor, Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy	Member	7780760442
7	Mr. K. Nagendra Babu	Office Superintendent, Ratnam Institute of Pharmacy	Member	8639387702
8	Ms. A. Keerthana	Parent Representative (Father of II Year Pharm.D Student), Nellore	Member	8688671598
9	Ms. Bathula Srilatha	Student Representative (IV B.Pharmacy)	Member	9392595453

ANTI-RAGGING MEASURES

Display of Anti-Ragging posters at prominent places in the campus.
Conduct of Anti-Ragging awareness programs and orientation sessions for students.
Installation of complaint and suggestion boxes.
Regular monitoring of hostels and campus areas.
Counseling of students whenever required.

PUNISHMENT FOR RAGGING (As per UGC Regulations)

Students found guilty of ragging shall be liable for one or more of the following punishments:

Suspension from classes
Cancellation of admission
Withholding of scholarships
Debarring from examinations
Expulsion from the institution
Filing of FIR with local police authorities

HOW TO LODGE A COMPLAINT

Students can lodge a complaint of ragging through:

Anti-Ragging Committee of the college
Principal / Faculty Members
UGC Anti-Ragging Helpline: 1800-180-5522
Email: helpline@antiragging.in

DECLARATION

The institution is committed to maintaining a ragging-free campus and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.