Banswara medical college students allege sexual humiliation, threats and late-night ragging; NMC seeks report

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has sought a point-wise response and an Action Taken Report (ATR) from Government Medical College, Banswara, Rajasthan, within 24 hours following allegations of ragging, sexual humiliation, intimidation and harassment of first-year MBBS students.

In a communication dated November 11, issued by its Anti-Ragging Cell , the NMC referred to a complaint and directed the college to submit a detailed response addressing allegations concerning students from 2026-27 batch. The commission said it had taken a serious view of the complaint, which alleged a pattern of misconduct involving senior students.

According to the complaint, first-year students were allegedly forced to perform degrading physical postures, imitate sexual activities, dance to item songs and change clothes in front of other students. The complaint also alleged that students were subjected to abusive language, humiliation and coercive interactions during gatherings organised at a private premises following the White Coat Ceremony on October 30, 2026.

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The complaint further alleged that senior students imposed restrictions on juniors' clothing, hairstyles, beards and language, and threatened them with physical harm and social exclusion if they failed to follow instructions. Students were allegedly required to answer calls and messages from seniors at any hour and attend compulsory evening gatherings.

NMC seeks 24-hour response from Banswara medical college

NMC has asked the college to provide specific, point-wise factual comments on each allegation and submit a comprehensive ATR within 24 hours of receiving the communication. The commission has sought details on whether the institution had received any earlier complaints of ragging or harassment involving first-year MBBS students and whether its Anti-Ragging Committee had taken cognisance of the present complaint and initiated an inquiry.

It has also asked the college to clarify whether the alleged incidents at a private premises referred to as 'Aashram' on or after October 30 have been verified. The institution has been directed to provide findings on the allegations of forced sexual postures, physical humiliation and circulation of sexually explicit self-introduction formats.

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The commission has further sought details of the action taken against the senior students named in the complaint, along with findings regarding their alleged involvement.

Complaint alleges late-night ragging, threats to first-year students

The complaint also mentioned an alleged late-night ragging incident involving a first-year student, Prince Salvi, at around 1 am. It claimed that the student was unable to attend college the following day following the incident.

Other allegations include threats of social boycott, restrictions on students' participation in college festivals and sports activities, and instructions requiring juniors to communicate with seniors exclusively in formal Hindi. The complainants also alleged that students were threatened with being declared 'BATCH OUT' if they did not follow the instructions issued by senior students.

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The complaint was submitted anonymously on behalf of first-year MBBS students, citing concerns about possible retaliation. The students requested that their identities be kept confidential.

NMC asks college to preserve evidence, ensure student safety

Apart from seeking an explanation, the NMC has directed the institution to submit supporting documents and electronic evidence, including signed minutes of Anti-Ragging Committee meetings, statements of affected students and witnesses, relevant WhatsApp messages, screenshots, call records and CCTV footage.

The college has also been asked to provide details of any police complaints or FIRs, along with information on counselling, medical assistance and protective measures extended to first-year students. The commission has directed the institution to take immediate preventive measures to stop forced interactions, intimidation, harassment and possible retaliation against complainants.

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It has also reiterated that the Anti-Ragging Committee must examine the allegations objectively, stating that a general denial or a routine statement that no ragging took place would not be considered adequate compliance. The NMC has asked the college to submit its complete response, inquiry findings and supporting evidence within the stipulated 24-hour period.

Careers360 reached out to Government Medical College, Banswara, seeking its comments on the allegations and the action taken by the institution. Its response was awaited at the time of publication. The story will be updated as and when the college shares its comments.