A serious complaint has surfaced at MKCG Medical College in Berhampur, where students allege they have been victims of ragging. Concerned parents of first-year students have reported their grievances to the National Medical Council (NMC).
In response, the NMC has directed the college dean to investigate the allegations. An anti-ragging committee meeting is set for today to uncover the truth behind these claims.
The complaints indicate that when first-year students advanced to their second year, their hostels were changed. Senior students in the cabin block allegedly sent the newcomers to hostels 1, 3, and 4, where they reportedly faced severe ragging. The seniors stand accused of blackmailing, beating, kicking, and verbally abusing the second-year students, causing both physical and mental distress.
Families of three affected second-year students have formally lodged complaints with the anti-ragging cell of the NMC. Following this, the NMC has urged the dean to conduct a comprehensive investigation. Upon receiving the NMC’s letter, the dean confirmed that an inquiry has begun and stated that no hostel students have been found guilty so far.
Today’s anti-ragging committee meeting will involve both second-year and senior students. The medical dean of MKCG has emphasized that if the allegations are proven true, disciplinary action will be taken against those involved in the ragging.