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Delhi University to Penalize Directors, HODs for Campus Ragging Incidents
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 28 Jun 2026, 01:46 PM
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Delhi University has issued a new directive holding college directors and department heads accountable for ragging incidents within their institutions.
Delhi University has announced a stricter stance against ragging, introducing new guidelines that extend accountability beyond just the students involved.
Under the revised directive, college directors and Heads of Departments (HODs) will face penalties if ragging incidents occur within their respective colleges or departments. This move signifies a move towards holding administrative and academic leadership responsible for ensuring a safe campus environment.
The university's decision aims to curb ragging effectively by imposing penalties, including potential fines, on officials found to be negligent in preventing or addressing such incidents. This policy underscores DU's commitment to eradicating ragging from its campuses.
Under the revised directive, college directors and Heads of Departments (HODs) will face penalties if ragging incidents occur within their respective colleges or departments. This move signifies a move towards holding administrative and academic leadership responsible for ensuring a safe campus environment.
The university's decision aims to curb ragging effectively by imposing penalties, including potential fines, on officials found to be negligent in preventing or addressing such incidents. This policy underscores DU's commitment to eradicating ragging from its campuses.