0
0
Gandhinagar: Fifteen medical students from GMERS Medical College, Dharpur, have approached the Gujarat High Court to challenge their indefinite suspension following the death of a first-year student last November. The students were suspended after a college anti-ragging committee inquiry found they had forced junior students to perform songs and dances for three hours, leading to the victim’s collapse and subsequent death.
The suspended students, who are now seeking to be allowed to attend classes, participate in academic activities, and take their second-year exams, argue that their suspension is “contrary to UGC guidelines” as they were not given a hearing. Their counsel contends that a suspension should be a temporary measure pending an inquiry, not a punishment lasting nearly a full academic year.
In response, the dean of the medical college has opposed the students’ plea, citing an ongoing police investigation as a key reason for the indefinite suspension. The High Court has asked the state government to provide clarity on the anti-ragging committee’s final decision regarding punishment and has adjourned the case for further hearing.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For specific medical or legal concerns, please consult a qualified professional.
Reference:
GMERS Ragging Death Case: Medicos Seek HC Relief Against Indefinite Suspension
