WARANGAL: Kakatiya Medical College (KMC) has once again come under the spotlight following two separate incidents of alleged ragging involving medical and paramedical students in Hanamkonda. In a swift response, the college administration initiated disciplinary action against senior students based on recommendations from the Anti-Ragging Committee.In the first incident, a group of seven third-year MBBS students allegedly subjected their juniors to humiliation over comments made on social media. Sources said the seniors were offended by remarks posted in a WhatsApp group. As a form of punishment, the juniors were allegedly forced to kneel for an extended period. Following a formal complaint, the Anti-Ragging Committee conducted an inquiry and recommended a three-month academic suspension and permanent cancellation of hostel facilities for the accused. In a separate incident, a first-year BSc Radiology (paramedical) student was allegedly assaulted by seniors. The dispute reportedly began during practical training at MGM Hospital, where second-year students questioned juniors over alleged lack of respect. The situation escalated after duty hours when the seniors allegedly summoned the junior to the Bhadrakali Temple premises. The student was reportedly assaulted and sustained injuries. The victim, along with family members, approached Mattewada Police Station on Wednesday to lodge a complaint. Police advised the family to first report the matter to the KMC principal, citing provisions under the Anti-Ragging Act. The incidents have raised fresh concerns over campus safety and the effectiveness of anti-ragging measures at the institution.

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