Y & M AKI’s Poona College of Arts, Science, and Commerce in Pune conducted a highly impactful Anti-Ragging Week from August 12 to 18, 2023. This event, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and the Anti-Ragging Committee, aimed to raise awareness about crucial youth-related issues. Throughout the week, various activities were held to promote values of respect, tolerance, and non-violence among students.

Key Highlights

1. Inaugural Ceremony & International Youth Day:The week began with an inaugural ceremony featuring Principal Prof. (Dr.) Aftab Anwar Shaikh, who highlighted the theme of International Youth Day. The Chief Guest, Hon. Mr. Arvind Chawariya, Additional Commissioner of Police, delivered an informative speech on anti-ragging measures and the POSH Act. Dignitaries, including Mr. Anand Salunke & Mrs. Bhagyashree Salunke from Multipurpose Foundation, Pune, and Mr. Bharat Bhima Yede from Savitribai Phule Pune University, offered valuable guidance. The event concluded with the National Anthem.

• Short Film Screening: The Anti-Ragging Committee conducted screenings of short films and documentaries in classrooms to raise awareness about ragging’s negative consequences and the need for a ragging-free campus environment.

• Departmental Initiatives:Various departments participated in the campaign against ragging. The Department of English and BBA organized a Slogan Competition, while the Department of Commerce arranged a rally with the message “Say No to Ragging, Stand Against,” uniting the college against ragging.

• National Level Poster Making Competition:  The Anti-Ragging Committee, in collaboration with IQAC, hosted a national-level Poster Making Competition on the theme “Ragging is a Crime.” Open to students from across India, the competition received 102 impactful entries depicting the harmful effects of ragging and the importance of nurturing educational spaces.

• Valedictory Function: The week concluded with a grand Valedictory Function, where Principal Prof. (Dr.) Aftab Anwar Shaikh summarized the week’s activities and discussed positive social behavior.

The success of Anti-Ragging Week owes credit to the diligent efforts of the Anti-Ragging Committee and the visionary leadership of Principal Prof. (Dr.) Aftab Anwar Shaikh, Vice Principal (Arts) Prof. Moinuddin Khan, and Vice Principal (Science) & IQAC Coordinator Dr. Iqbal Shaikh. These collective endeavours effectively heightened awareness about ragging, instilling a strong sense of responsibility among students and fostering an environment of mutual respect and harmony.

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