Sant Rawool Maharaj Mahavidyalaya (SRMM) is a co-educational institution committed to the values of equality, dignity, and mutual respect for everyone. While the institution works to maintain a supportive, inclusive, and harmonious academic and professional atmosphere, it also recognizes the need for a formal system to address concerns related to sexual harassment. SRMM strictly follows a *Zero Tolerance Policy* toward sexual harassment in any form.

In accordance with the *Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, and the **UGC Regulations, 2015* on the prevention, prohibition, and redressal of sexual harassment of women employees and students in higher educational institutions, SRMM has established an *Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)*.

The ICC is responsible for ensuring that complaints involving unwelcome behavior—such as physical contact or advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually suggestive remarks, or any other verbal, non-verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature—are handled with seriousness. All such matters are addressed promptly, fairly, and with strict confidentiality.

Objectives of the ICC

• To prevent sexual harassment in the college by promoting awareness and sensitivity among students, faculty, and staff.
• To ensure a safe and dignified workplace and learning space that respects the rights of all, regardless of gender.
• To provide a fair, confidential, and accessible mechanism for redressal of complaints related to sexual harassment.
• To uphold the principles of gender equality and justice through impartial inquiry and timely resolution of grievances.
• To organize awareness and sensitization programmes on issues related to gender, sexual harassment, and women’s rights.

Who can approach the ICC

Any aggrieved woman who experiences sexual harassment in the college or during any college-related activity can file a complaint with ICC. This includes:
• Women who are employees of the institution. (Teaching and Non-Teaching)
• Students enrolled at the college.
• Visitors to the college campus.

Committee Members :

(i) President Officer: Dr Sahrayu Asolkar
(ii) Ms. Suvarna Nikam
(iii) Dr Mangesh Jamble
(iv) Ms Kajal Matondkar
(v) Capt Dr S T Awate
(vi) Ms Geetashree Thakur
(vii) Mr Arun Thakur

ICC Maharashtra Public Universities Act 2016 English Copy

ICC UGC regulations harassment