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Kerala Launches Sidharthan App Against Ragging
23 Jul
Summary
- A new app named 'Sidharthan Distress App' will help prevent ragging.
- The app honors J S Sidharthan, a student who died by suicide due to ragging.
- Kerala cabinet also approved an anti-ragging law in Sidharthan's name.
The Kerala Cabinet has approved the launch of the 'Sidharthan Distress App,' a new initiative designed to curb ragging in educational institutions. This app is named in memory of J S Sidharthan, a 20-year-old veterinary student whose alleged suicide in February 2024, following severe ragging, prompted this action. The government observed an increase in campus ragging incidents.
In addition to the app, the cabinet has decided to introduce a comprehensive anti-ragging law, also bearing Sidharthan's name. This move aligns with previous announcements made in the UDF manifesto and the revised state Budget for 2026-27. The proposed legislation aims to provide a robust legal framework to prevent ragging and ensure student well-being.
The 'Sidharthan Distress App' will enable students to promptly report ragging-related incidents, ensuring swift intervention by authorities. This initiative, along with the forthcoming anti-ragging law, signifies the government's commitment to creating safer educational environments for all students in Kerala. The revised Kerala Budget for 2026-27 had already earmarked resources for these measures.
