In a strict move against campus indiscipline, the Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) in Shimla has suspended two of its second-year MBBS students for a period of three months. The action comes following allegations that the seniors ragged three junior students within the hostel premises.
Details of the Ragging Incident and Violation
The incident was brought to light after the college's hostel authorities filed an official complaint. According to the inquiry findings, the two senior students had called three first-year MBBS students to their hostel room last week. This act is a direct violation of the institute's strict rules, which prohibit MBBS students from entering hostels until official accommodation is formally allotted to them.
Disciplinary Action and Committee Findings
The college's disciplinary committee conducted a thorough investigation into the complaint. While the committee concluded that the case might not fall under the most severe category of ragging, it was unequivocally deemed a serious act of indiscipline that demanded immediate corrective measures.
Based on the committee's recommendations, the institute took decisive action. The two accused students have been suspended from the college for three months. In addition to the suspension, each student has been slapped with a hefty fine of Rs 50,000 and issued a strict warning regarding their future conduct.
Zero-Tolerance Stance on Campus Discipline
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges educational institutions face in eradicating ragging and maintaining a safe environment for all students. The prompt action by IGMC Shimla highlights its adherence to a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of harassment or rule-breaking. The case serves as a strong reminder to the student community about the serious consequences of violating campus codes of conduct, especially those designed to protect newcomers from any form of intimidation.
