Five Nursing Students Arrested for Ragging at Kerala College
Five Third-Year Students from Government Medical College, Kottayam, Face Serious Charges
Kottayam, Kerala — Five third-year nursing students from Government Medical College, Kottayam, have been arrested on charges of ragging after complaints from their junior peers. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and well-being of students at the institution.
According to the police, three junior nursing students filed a complaint, detailing the harassment they faced from their seniors. The complainants allege that they were forced to undress and were photographed without consent. The situation further escalated when the juniors were subjected to discomfort involving the use of dumbbells intended for weightlifting, which were reportedly used inappropriately as part of the ragging activities.
The incident reportedly took place in the college hostel, where the juniors were subjected to verbal and physical humiliation as part of an initiation ritual. The case is currently under investigation, with authorities confirming that the arrested students face charges under the Kerala Prohibition of Ragging Act.
The college administration has expressed deep concern over the incident and assured that full cooperation will be provided to the ongoing police investigation. In light of the seriousness of the allegations, the college has committed to taking appropriate action based on the investigation's findings.
This case has sparked outrage across the state, with many calling for stronger measures to prevent ragging and ensure the safety of students in educational institutions. The victims are being provided with the necessary support to cope with the emotional distress they have experienced.
Ragging remains a significant issue in many colleges across India, despite ongoing efforts to curb the practice. This case serves as a reminder of the need for continuous vigilance and stricter enforcement of anti-ragging policies to protect students from such harmful behavior.
The arrested students are expected to appear in court soon, as the investigation continues.
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