Anti-Ragging at UWA India

At UWA India, we're committed to creating a learning environment where every student feels safe, supported and able to thrive.

Ragging has no place in our community. We take a zero-tolerance approach to ragging, bullying, harassment and any behaviour that undermines another person's wellbeing, dignity or sense of belonging.

Whether you're a new student, a senior student, a staff member or a visitor, we all share responsibility for creating a respectful campus culture.

If you experience, witness or become aware of ragging, we encourage you to speak up. Support is available, and all reports are taken seriously.

What is ragging

Under UGC regulations, ragging includes any behaviour that causes physical or psychological harm, fear, embarrassment, humiliation or distress to another student.

Ragging can happen in person, online, on campus, off campus, in student accommodation, during social activities, or through digital communication.

Examples of ragging include:

Pressuring someone to perform acts they're uncomfortable with
Verbal abuse, teasing or public humiliation
Threatening, intimidating or isolating another student
Forcing someone to spend money or provide services
Taking personal belongings or demanding favours
Physical assault or harmful practical jokes
Making someone complete academic work on another person's behalf
Coercing someone into consuming alcohol, drugs or unwanted substances
Discriminating against someone based on their background, identity or personal characteristics

Even if a behaviour is described as a "tradition", "prank" or "rite of passage", it may still be considered ragging.

Your right to a safe university experience

Every student at UWA India has the right to:

Learn in a safe and respectful environment
Participate in campus life free from harassment, intimidation or fear
Be treated with dignity and respect
Access support when concerns arise
Report incidents without fear of retaliation
Be free from discrimination based on age, race, religion, caste, language, gender, disability, sexual orientation or cultural background

Anti-Ragging Undertaking: all students must complete the mandatory Anti-Ragging Undertaking through the UGC Anti-Ragging portal and provide their registration number to UWA India, at the time of admission and annually thereafter.ndertaking through the UGC Anti-Ragging portal and provide of their registration number to UWA India at the time of admission.

Recognising the signs of ragging

Ragging isn't always obvious. It can range from overt acts of intimidation to more subtle forms of pressure or exclusion.

Signs may include:

Being forced to follow arbitrary rules set by other students
Being pressured to dress, act or speak in a particular way
Public humiliation, ridicule or verbal abuse
Threats, coercion or intimidation
Being excluded from social or academic activities
Demands for money, gifts or favours
Pressure to disclose personal information
Being forced to participate in activities against your wishes
Feeling unsafe, anxious or fearful around particular individuals or groups

If something makes you uncomfortable or feels wrong, trust your instincts and seek support.

Who may be at greater risk?

Students who are new to university life can be particularly vulnerable to ragging, including:

First-year students
Students relocating from another city or country
Students living away from home for the first time
Students who are unfamiliar with local systems or campus culture

Some students may hesitate to report concerns because they're worried about social exclusion, damaging relationships or missing opportunities. At UWA India, no student should feel pressured to tolerate inappropriate behaviour in order to fit in.

Support available

If you have experienced or witnessed ragging, support is available.

UWA India can help students access:

Student wellbeing support
Advice on reporting options
Academic support and adjustments where appropriate
Safety planning and practical assistance
Referral to specialist services

Our priority is helping students feel safe, supported and able to continue their studies.

Reporting ragging

If you experience, witness or suspect ragging, please report it as soon as possible.

Reports can be made by students, staff, parents, guardians or members of the wider community.

Reporting options include:

UWA India

Report through the UWA India student grievance process.
Speak with a Student Experience Team member
Visit the Student Experience support desk in-person for assistance

National Anti-Ragging Services

Anti-Ragging Helpline: 1800 180 5522
Email: helpline@antiragging.in
Anti-Ragging Portal: https://www.antiragging.in/

Where possible, reports will be handled sensitively and confidentially.

What happens when a report is made?

All reports of ragging are assessed and addressed in accordance with UWA India policies and applicable regulations.

The University will take appropriate action to:

Protect student safety and wellbeing
Investigate concerns fairly and promptly
Provide support to affected students
Apply disciplinary measures where required

Consequences of ragging

Ragging is prohibited under UWA India policy and may also constitute a criminal offence under Indian law.

Students found responsible for ragging may face disciplinary action, including:

Formal warnings
Suspension
Expulsion
Loss of scholarships or academic privileges
Referral to relevant external authorities

The seriousness of the response will reflect the nature and severity of the behaviour.