IIT Kharagpur has introduced graded fines for students who consume alcohol on campus or engage in brawls, marking a significant shift in the institute’s approach to handling such issues.
What Happened: According to a Times of India report, IIT Kharagpur announced on Monday that students found consuming alcohol on campus will be fined ₹5,000 for the first offence and ₹10,000 for subsequent offences.
See Also: Why IIT Alumni Who Achieved Perfect JEE Main Score Chose To Skip College Placements
Parents will be informed in both instances. If a student is found guilty more than twice, the case will be referred to a disciplinary committee, which will recommend “appropriate punishment”, and a minimum penalty of ₹50,000.
The institute has also warned students about inappropriate behaviour under the influence of alcohol off campus, with steeper fines. Students who get into a brawl with outsiders will be fined ₹25,000 by the dean of student affairs for a first-time offence. The student’s parents will also have to meet the dean and submit a declaration that such violations will not recur.
Read Next: Apple Considers Murugappa Group Or Titan For Assembling iPhone Camera Modules In India
Engineered by Benzinga Neuro, Edited by Utkarsh Roshan
The GPT-4-based Benzinga Neuro content generation system exploits the extensive Benzinga Ecosystem, including native data, APIs, and more to create comprehensive and timely stories for you. Learn more.
Don't miss a beat on the share market. Get real-time updates on top stock movers and trading ideas on Benzinga India Telegram channel.
© 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.