Taking Bullies By The Horns: High-Level Panel Set Up To Frame Anti-Bullying Policy For Delhi Schools

A high-level committee has been formed by the Delhi government in order to frame anti-ragging and anti-bullying policy for schools along with a mechanism to check the implementation.

The school have also been asked to circulate the message that bullying is strictly out of bounds inside the school premises and no such action shall go unnoticed or unpunished.

“In order to have an amiable and teaching-learning conducive environment in the schools, it is indispensable that they must be free from bullying and ragging. There must be a respectful relationship among students, school administration and families,” said an order by the Directorate of Education (DoE).

A standing committee comprised of senior officials from the DoE to frame anti-bullying policy and observe the implementation in the state at school and district level as reported by Indian Express.

Furthermore, the committee shall also be responsible for ensuring that each reported case of bullying is brought to a logical conclusion. A complaint and suggestion box should also be installed in the school and the feedback received should be monitored on a regular basis.