Mail News Service
Jamshedpur, July 4: Another case of ragging has emerged at MGM Medical College, prompting the victim to file a complaint with the National Medical Commission (NMC). Taking a serious view, the NMC has directed MGM Medical College’s Principal to submit a report and ensure a thorough investigation, with a focus on protecting the victim.
Patamda DSP Bachan Dev Kujur and MGM police station in-charge Ram Lal Mandal visited the college to probe the matter, questioning students from the 2021-23 batch, leading to the identification of five suspects.
An urgent meeting of the Anti-Ragging Cell Committee is scheduled for July 5 at MGM Medical College, where pending investigation outcomes, the committee may take strict actions ranging from legal proceedings to suspensions or fines exceeding Rs 25,000 against the accused. Principal Dr. KN Singh confirmed the DSP’s inquiry into the matter, noting initial denials from students during public questioning and no further information disclosed in private interviews.
Dr. Singh reported the victim’s submission of incriminating video evidence to the NMC, despite hostel CCTV camera damage by students rendering footage unavailable. He underscored the college’s investigation of the ragging incident and noted that medical interns, despite a designated hostel near Sakchi Sheetla Mandir, still occupy college dormitories.
Junior students have lodged complaints with the NMC against senior students, describing a hostile atmosphere with alcohol consumption, loud music, and intimidation, disrupting studies and fostering fear among peers. Accusations include sexual harassment, coerced substance use, and an incident of indecent behavior by a senior student on June 29 under alcohol influence.
Ragging incidents at MGM Medical College are recurrent, evidenced by previous penalties imposed on three students for misconduct toward juniors. The institution’s Anti Ragging Cell Committee has addressed past grievances, levying fines and disciplinary actions against offenders, with subsequent complaints forwarded to the NMC for review.
