- Introduction
The Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC) ensures that all students, faculty, and staff receive fair and equal treatment regardless of gender, caste, disability, socio-economic status, or other differences. It promotes inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility in education and campus life, in accordance with UGC guidelines and constitutional provisions.
- Objectives of the Equal Opportunity Cell:
- To promote social inclusiveness and remove discrimination.
- To provide support for students from marginalized communities (SC/ST/OBC, minorities, persons with disabilities, economically weaker sections).
- To create awareness about rights and opportunities for all students.
- To ensure barrier-free access to education and campus facilities.
- To conduct skill development programs for disadvantaged groups.
- Composition of the Equal Opportunity Cell:
- Kumar Mritunjay Rakesh, Principal (Chairperson)
- Rekha Kumari, Asst. Prof. (Co-Ordinator)
- Lalita Kumari, Asst. Prof. (Member)
- Rocky Kumar, Asst. Prof. (Member)
- Tunnu Kumar Ram, Support Staff, (Member)
- Nidhi Kumari, Student Session 2024-26 (Member)
- Ramakant Pandey , Samanvay Foundation Muzaffarpur. (Member from NGO)
- Functions of the EOC:
- Counseling & Support Services – Provide guidance for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Scholarship & Financial Aid Assistance – Help eligible students apply for government and private scholarships.
- Awareness & Sensitization Programs – Conduct workshops on gender equality, caste discrimination, disability rights, and social justice.
- Infrastructure & Accessibility Improvement – Ensure ramps, elevators, special restrooms, and assistive technology for students with disabilities.
- Redressal of Discrimination Complaints – Handle cases of unfair treatment, harassment, or exclusion.
- Complaint Mechanism:
Students can report grievances related to discrimination through:
- Complaint box placed in key locations.
- Email communication with EOC members.
- Direct approach to any EOC member.
- Complaints will be addressed through an impartial and confidential inquiry process.
- Activities & Initiatives:
- Organizing career guidance programs for marginalized students.
- Conducting inclusive cultural events to celebrate diversity.
- Providing free coaching or remedial classes for weaker students.
- Collaborating with NGOs and government bodies for better support services.
- Legal Framework:
- The EOC functions under: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
- The UGC Guidelines on Equal Opportunity Cells in Higher Educational Institutions
- Conclusion:
The Equal Opportunity Cell ensures that all students, regardless of background, have a fair chance to learn, grow, and succeed in their educational journey. The college is committed to upholding equality and fostering an inclusive environment for all.