SC/ST RIGHTS COMMITTEE & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY CELL

About the Committee :

The college is committed to promoting equality, social justice, and inclusion for students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). In line with UGC guidelines, the SC/ST Rights Protection Committee and Equal Opportunity Cell have been constituted to safeguard the rights of SC/ST students, address their grievances, and ensure equal opportunities in academic and co-curricular activities. These committees also work to create awareness about human values, social harmony, and respect for all, irrespective of caste, creed, or gender.

Objectives :

• To safeguard the rights and interests of SC/ST students within the institution.
• To ensure equal opportunity and fair treatment in academic and administrative matters.
• To prevent and address any form of discrimination or harassment based on caste or tribe.
• To create awareness about constitutional provisions and human rights among students.
• To provide guidance, support, and counselling to SC/ST students for their academic and personal development.
• To implement UGC and government directives related to the welfare of SC/ST communities.

Functions:

• To monitor the implementation of policies and programs for the welfare of SC/ST students.
• To receive and address grievances related to caste-based discrimination or unfair treatment.
• To organize awareness programs, workshops, and counselling sessions on equality and social justice.
• To assist SC/ST students in availing scholarships, fellowships, and other welfare schemes.
• To liaise with the UGC and other concerned authorities on matters related to SC/ST welfare.
• To submit periodic reports on activities and progress to the college administration.

Composition of Equal Opportunity Cell:

Co-ordinator	Members
Sri Niranjan Seth Assistant Professor of Odia Contact: +91-7008448946	1. Smt. Sanjukta Kumari Nayak, Lecturer in Philosophy 2. Smt. Sucheeta Dora, Lecturer in Political Science

Composition of SC/ST Rights Committee:

Co-ordinator	Members
Sri Akhaya Kumar Seth Assistant Professor of Psychology Contact: +91-7008803033	1. Dr. Arpita Behera, Assistant Professor in History