Zero Tolerance Policy on Ragging
In accordance with the Supreme Court of India directives and the University Grants Commission (UGC) Regulations on Curbing the Menace of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions, 2009, E.G.S. Pillay Arts and Science College maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against ragging in any form inside or outside the college campus.
What Constitutes Ragging?
Any conduct by any student or students whether by words spoken or written or by an act which has the effect of teasing, treating or handling with rudeness a fresher or any other student, or indulging in rowdy or undisciplined activities.
Ragging is a cognizable criminal offense punishable with immediate suspension, rustication from institution, and police criminal prosecution under the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Ragging Act.
Anti-Ragging Committee Members
| # | Member Name | Position | Contact Number |
| 1 | Dr. Principal | Chairman / Principal | +91 7373 067 032 |
| 2 | Inspector of Police | Police Administration Representative | 04365 - 222100 |
| 3 | Revenue Official / Tahsildar | Civil Administration | 04365 - 222450 |
| 4 | Dr. Senior Faculty | Nodal Officer & Convener | +91 8680 954 537 |
| 5 | Hostel Chief Warden | Member | +91 9443 123 456 |
| 6 | Local Media Representative | Non-Governmental Representative | +91 9842 567 890 |
Anti-Ragging Flying Squad
The Flying Squad conducts surprise rounds across classrooms, canteens, bus boarding points, laboratories, and hostels 24x7 to maintain discipline and peace on campus.
- Hostel Patrol: Daily checks between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM by residential tutors and wardens.
- Bus In-charges: Faculty bus escorts oversee student safety across all college transit routes.
- Complaint Boxes: Installed at administrative blocks, libraries, and hostels for confidential reports.
Mandatory Online Anti-Ragging Affidavit
As per UGC regulations, every student and their parent must submit an online anti-ragging undertaking each academic year. You can complete this online within 2 minutes:
24x7 Emergency Helplines
1800-180-5522
Available 24 Hours (UGC Helpline)- College Helpline: +91 7373 067 032
- Principal’s Desk: +91 8680 954 537
- Email: antiragging@egspasc.org
- UGC Email: helpline@antiragging.in
Strict Confidentiality
The identity of any student reporting ragging incidents will be strictly protected and kept confidential.