The functions of Anti-Ragging Squad will be to keep a vigil and stop the incidences of Ragging, if any, happening / reported in the places of Student aggregation including, Classrooms, Canteens, Buses, Grounds, Hostels etc., They shall work in Consonance and Guidance of Anti Ragging Committee.
Ragging is punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, and shall also be liable to a fine which may extend to Rs.10,000 under section4 of the Act. In India, ragging is banned in all campuses. Such acts are punishable by fines of up to Rs.50,000, jail terms ranging from six months to 10 years and awarding of certificates that “the student had indulged in ragging” which can adversely affect career prospects.