Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Kurnool Medical College Investigates Ragging Allegations
Some students at Kurnool Medical College (KMC) say that older students are bullying them and asking for money for a festival.
This has made some students scared.
The college principal says that their investigation hasn't found any proof of this bullying, which is also called ragging.
The Health Minister has told the college to take serious action if the students' claims are true.
The principal says the money is for a yearly event, and the college will help any students being bothered.
Some former students and student groups want everyone to be able to join the events without feeling forced to do so or pay money.
First-year MBBS students at Kurnool Medical College (KMC) allege ragging by seniors.
Students claim seniors are collecting money for Vinayaka Chavithi and harassing those who don't comply.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has requested a full report from the college.
AP Health Minister ordered strict action if ragging is confirmed.
KMC principal denies the ragging allegations after internal inquiry.
- Who
- First-year MBBS students, senior students, the KMC principal, the National Medical Commission (NMC), and the AP Health Minister.
- What
- Allegations of ragging and money collection by seniors at Kurnool Medical College.
- When
- Details unspecified, but concerning the recent Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations and ongoing incidents.
- Where
- Kurnool Medical College (KMC), India.
- Why
- Alleged pressure on first-year students for money and participation in events, creating fear among them.
Students' perspective
College perspective
Ragging vs. Festival Contribution
Students' perspective
Some first-year MBBS students alleged that seniors have started collecting money from them in the name of Vinayaka Chavithi celebrations, and seniors are harassing them in their hostel rooms if they do not yield to their demands.
College perspective
The principal says that the money being collected is for the annual hostel festival, and that seeking contributions for student celebrations cannot be called ragging.
- College
- Kurnool Medical College (KMC)
- Allegations
- Ragging and money collection
- Involved Parties
- First-year students, seniors, principal
- Action
- NMC report requested, minister ordered action
- Principal's Stance
- Denies ragging after internal inquiry