2. News
  3. News Details

UGC asks universities to establish cells to deal with women harassment cases

Posted On: 11/02/2015      Updated On:

UGC asks universities to establish cells to deal with women harassment cases

Mysuru: In the wake of increased atrocities on women and growing trend of gender bias in the seats of higher learning, University Grants Commission(UGC) has directed all universities in the country and institutes of higher learning to set up separate cells to monitor and deal with sexual harassment cases

Education NewsUGC circular issued on last week has even directed the universities and institutes to develop a page on their website to help the sexually harassed students and teachers to lodge their complaints and place a complaint on this score with the registrar or principal or the heads of the concerned institutes.

UGC secretary Jaspal S Sandhu in a circular to the universities in this regard has told the universities that whenever victims of sexual harassment file their complaints or such incidents come to their notice, the concerned authorities should immediately take action against erring persons.

“Principals, registrars or the institute heads should bring the incident and action taken on it to the notice of the UGC" Sandhu suggested, disclosing constitution of task force by UGC to review the existing arrangements for the safety and security of girls and women in particular and of the entire youth in general on the campuses of institutions of higher learning.

In his circular Sandhu said it is mandatory on the part of universities to have zero tolerance on campuses for gender based violence and harassment with a view to eliminating cultures of impunity and cultures of silence and complicity. “This separate cell should provide ongoing management advice, supervision and oversight as well as information material and senior officers or faculty members including registrar of the university , principal of the college to keep a close watch to ensure that such incidents do not occur at all" said UGC secretary.

UGC directed the universities and institutes to keep the complaint books to help the affected students in filing written complaints. This facility should be in addition to website and other facilities to file the complaints.

The UoM VC K S Rangappa said, "Already a committee exists in the UOM and action will be initiated to design a website exclusively for this issue. University has written to UGC seeking more details on the circular.
glimepirid 83 glimepirid 2 mg glimepirid wiki
dexamethason dosis dhvormankankobe.site dexamethason 0 5
amantadin wirkung medicinkapsler.site amantadin zoster
More News
NEET PG 2026 Scorecard and Answer Keys Released Today
NEET PG 2026 Scorecard and Answer Key Officially Released Today: Check Direct Links, Category-Wise Cut-Offs & Counselling Updates New Delhi: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially released the much-awaited ...
Posted On: 01/10/2026
Read more
ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026
ITBP Head Constable Recruitment 2026 The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has issued a recruitment notification for the positions of Head Constable (Education and Stress Counsellor) and Head Constable (Motor Mechanic). This recruitment initiative i...
Posted On: 01/10/2026
Read more
NMIMS School of Business Management MBA 2027 Application Closes on 10 October
Mumbai, 30 September 2026: Applications for the MBA 2027 intake at NMIMS School of Business Management (SBM) are set to close on 10 October 2026, giving aspiring management professionals a final opportunity to apply. The flagship MBA Core programme ...
Posted On: 30/09/2026
Read more
NEET UG Counselling 2026: Round 3 Seat Allotment Results Declared
NEET UG Counselling 2026: Round 3 Seat Allotment Results Declared, Essential Reporting Guidelines & Timelines Released The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially released the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 seat allotment results. A...
Posted On: 30/09/2026
Read more
IIT Roorkee Opens PhD Admissions For Spring 2026-27 Semester
IIT Roorkee Opens PhD Admissions For Spring 2026-27 Semester The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has commenced admissions for its PhD programmes for the Spring Semester of 2026-27, inviting candidates interested in pursuing advanced aca...
Posted On: 30/09/2026
Read more
AIMA Announces MAT December Session 2026: Registration Now Live, Check Dates, Exam Pattern, and Details
AIMA Announces MAT December Session 2026: Registration Now Live, Check Dates, Exam Pattern, and Details New Delhi: The All India Management Association (AIMA) has officially commenced the registration process for the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) D...
Posted On: 29/09/2026
Read more
IIT Jodhpur Invites Applications For Post-Doctoral Fellowship
IIT Jodhpur Invites Applications For Post-Doctoral Fellowship IIT Jodhpur has announced an invitation for applications for Post-Doctoral Fellows (PDFs) aimed at research and teaching roles. The eligibility criteria include Indian nationals, foreign ...
Posted On: 29/09/2026
Read more
CBSE Date Sheet 2027 for Classes 10 and 12 Expected Soon: Past Trends and Key Preparation Insights
CBSE Date Sheet 2027 for Classes 10 and 12 Expected Soon: Past Trends and Key Preparation Insights New Delhi: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is gearing up to announce the much-awaited tentative schedule for the Class 10 an...
Posted On: 28/09/2026
Read more
GATE 2027 Registration Deadline Extended: Check New Dates, Other Details
GATE 2027 Registration Deadline Extended: Check New Dates, Other Details   New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, the organizing institute for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027, has officially extended ...
Posted On: 28/09/2026
Read more
UPTET 2026 Certificate Correction Window Live: Essential Guidelines and Instructions Released by UPESSC
UPTET 2026 Certificate Correction Window Live: Essential Guidelines and Instructions Released by UPESSC LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially commenced the online correction window for the Uttar Pr...
Posted On: 26/09/2026
Read more
View all

Top Universities/Colleges