UGC-Guided Campaign Reinforces Student Welfare at Lucknow University

Ragging remains a serious concern across Indian campuses, with over 3,100 complaints registered at the National Anti-Ragging Helpline between 2022 and 2024, according to the Society Against Violence in Education (SAVE). Notably, medical colleges alone accounted for nearly 39% of all cases and over 45% of ragging-related deaths during this period. In response to these alarming trends, and following the guidelines issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC), universities across the country have intensified efforts to strengthen student welfare policies. As part of this broader national initiative, Lucknow University observed Anti-Ragging Week from 12th to 18th August 2025. The campaign, spearheaded by the Anti-Ragging Cell under the Office of the Proctor, was designed to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful academic environment for all students.Throughout the week-long campaign, the university hosted a series of safety-focused initiatives, including lectures by legal experts, counsellors, and faculty members. These sessions not only highlighted the legal framework surrounding campus safety but also explained the anti-ragging law in India and outlined penalties under the Indi...