Anti-Ragging Cell plays a crucial role in an Educational Institution's framework. As per the guidelines of UGC under the Act of 1956, which is reformulated as UGC regulations on curbing the nauseating practice of Ragging in higher Educational Institutions, 2009, the establishment of Anti-Ragging Cell is an imperative in educational institutions. Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology (KCMT) keeps intact a healthy, cooperative and collaborative academic environment for the students. The institution accords protection to the new entrants from the anti-social act of ragging and has put in place an Anti- Ragging Cell with the following vision, mission and objectives.
VISION
To install a ragging adrift congenital atmosphere in the college campus by inculcating the principles of constructive values, tolerance, empathy, compassion, harmony, truth and sensitivity to the students to turn them into responsible and resolute citizens of the nation.
MISSION
To evolve an environment of discipline, harmony, peace, brotherhood and time bound action in the college campus by conveying a clear message that no act of ragging in the college premises does take place at any rate.

▪ To propagate awareness among the students about the negative repercussions arising out of ragging
▪ To put a viable strategy in place in the college campus so as to prevent the occurrence of ragging.
▪ To nip in the bud the acts of teasing, roughing up and rude handling of a fresher or any other student by the seniors or the junior students of the college.
▪ To initiate immediate and war-footing action against issues concerning ragging in the college campus advised by the committee.

▪ Adhering with the directives of the Hon’ble Supreme Court on ragging and be vigilant on any acts amounting to ragging;
▪ Disseminating to all the students the existing directives regarding ragging and also the actions that can be taken against those students resorting to ragging.
▪Taking on board the complaints received from the students, carrying out an inquiry and submitting a report to the Anti- Ragging Committee along with punishment meted out to the offenders.
▪ Sticking to the procedure that should be followed in case of a ragging incident in the college in accordance with the provisions laid down concerning ragging.
▪ Conducting awareness campaigns against ragging in the college campus and orienting the students towards them.
▪Keeping the students abreast about the information pertaining to contact address and telephone numbers of the person(s) identified to receive complaints/distress calls.
▪ Extending services of counseling and accord awareness to the students about ragging.
▪ Undertaking all the stringent actions for the prevention of Ragging inside the Campus

Anti-Ragging Awareness Session

Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Anti-Ragging cell conducted an awareness session  on 15 ^th October 2022. The programme was organized by  Anti-Ragging cell in association with IQAC .Mr.Jerlin V Scaria ,Inspector SHO ,Vechuchira Police Station was the resource person. The Programme was started at 02.00 p.m. in Examination hall, with the welcome address. Principal, Fr.Joshy Cheeramkuzhy, inroduced the resource person to the gathering. The resource person started his speech with an explanation to ragging. He informed the gathering about the consequences of ragging with some proven examples. The programme was attended by about 70 students and 10 faculty members.

Anti-Ragging Awareness Session

The Anti-Ragging Awareness Program, organized by Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, took place on on 10 th July 2022 at KJ Auditorium. The program aimed to raise awareness about the negative consequences of ragging, promote a safe and respectful campus environment, and provide information on reporting mechanisms and legal consequences.

Poster Making Competition

The Poster Making Competition on the topic 'Say No to Ragging' organized by Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, took place on on 23rd August 2023 at the New Examination Hall. The competition was held to depict the mindsets of the artists on the topic 'Ragging' and provided them a platform to voice out their opinions on the said topic. The participants came up with different ideas and art forms to portray their viewpoints on the topic.

1.Anti-Ragging Awareness Program

The Anti-Ragging Cell of Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology organized an awareness program on 12th July at 11:30 AM in the New Examination Hall. The program aimed to educate students about the dangers of ragging and promote a safe and supportive environment on campus.

Objectives

1. Awareness Creation: To inform students about the detrimental effects of ragging on individuals and the college community.
2. Legal Awareness: To educate students on the legal consequences of engaging in ragging activities.
3. Support and Prevention: To provide information on support systems available for victims of ragging and preventive measures to combat ragging on campus.
4. Community Building: To foster a culture of respect, understanding, and inclusivity among students.

2. Stop the Scourge Reels Competition

The Anti-Ragging Cell, in collaboration with IQAC, organized a Reels Competition titled "Stop the Scourge" at Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Changanacherry. This initiative aimed to raise awareness and promote a safe and respectful educational environment by encouraging students to voice their views against ragging through creative video reels.

Objectives

The primary objectives of the competition were:

• To spread awareness about the harmful effects of ragging.
• To encourage students to creatively express their views against ragging.
• To promote a culture of inclusivity and respect within the institution.
• To reinforce the college's zero-tolerance policy against ragging.

3. Anti-Ragging Awareness Week Celebration –Day 1 Signing Anti Ragging  Affidavit

The Anti-Ragging Affidavit Signing event was organized at Kristu Jyoti College on 13th August 2024, aimed at ensuring a safe and secure environment for students. This initiative, aligned with UGC regulations and Supreme Court directives, was conducted to promote awareness against ragging and establish a commitment from students and parents to uphold discipline and respect within the institution.

Objectives

The primary objective of this activity was to:

1. Ensure students and their parents/guardians acknowledge and understand the legal and ethical implications of ragging.
2. Obtain a formal commitment from students that they will refrain from any form of ragging.
3. Reinforce the college’s zero-tolerance policy against ragging and misconduct.