Physical Abuse and Forced Smoking Reported in Gujarat Hostel Ragging Case
· India · NDTV
A ragging case has emerged from a hostel in Gujarat involving severe physical and mental harassment of a student by senior residents. The complainant alleged that senior students regularly beat his son with slippers and sticks, forced him to perform body massages and chores, and compelled him to smoke cigarettes while recording videos. The father stated that the harassment left his son deeply traumatized and physically harmed. Local authorities and hostel management have launched an inquiry into the incident following the complaint. Police are examining the allegations to take legal action against those involved.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing safety and ragging vulnerabilities within student residential facilities in India, directly impacting the physical and mental well-being of young students living away from home.
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