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Committees & Clubs

At Merit Polytechnic College, student welfare and campus safety are of utmost priority. The institution has established several committees and clubs to ensure discipline, equality, and a positive environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. Each committee is headed by experienced faculty members and guided by the Principal, ensuring smooth coordination, transparency, and fairness in all activities. These committees also encourage students' participation in social, scientific, and cultural initiatives that develop leadership, awareness, and responsibility.

1. Anti-Ragging Committee

Objective: The Anti-Ragging Committee is constituted in accordance with the AICTE and DOTE regulations to prevent and eradicate any form of ragging on campus. The committee ensures that every student enjoys a safe and friendly learning environment.

Functions:

  • Enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy against ragging in any form — verbal, physical, or psychological.
  • Conducts awareness campaigns and orientation programs for freshers and seniors.
  • Monitors hostel and campus premises through surprise inspections and an anonymous complaint system.
  • Ensures immediate action against offenders as per the UGC Anti-Ragging Regulations (2009).

Message to Students: Ragging is a criminal offense. Students found guilty will face expulsion and legal consequences. The institution promotes a culture of respect, kindness, and mutual support.

2. Anti-Drug Committee

Objective: The Anti-Drug Committee aims to protect students from the harmful effects of substance abuse and to create a drug-free campus through continuous education, counseling, and vigilance.

Functions:

  • Conducts awareness campaigns and seminars with local health and law-enforcement departments.
  • Monitors student behavior and organizes counseling sessions for those needing support.
  • Displays posters and messages promoting a healthy lifestyle and self-discipline.
  • Collaborates with NGOs and medical professionals for anti-addiction drives and rehabilitation awareness.

Commitment: The College upholds a zero-tolerance policy toward the possession, use, or distribution of tobacco, alcohol, or narcotic substances. Violations lead to severe disciplinary action, including dismissal.

3. Vishaka Committee (Women's Cell / ICC)

Objective: The Vishaka Committee, also known as the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), ensures a safe, respectful, and gender-sensitive environment for all women on campus, in line with the Supreme Court's Vishaka Guidelines.

Functions:

  • Handles complaints of sexual harassment or gender-based discrimination confidentially and impartially.
  • Organizes gender-sensitization workshops, awareness programs, and counseling sessions.
  • Promotes women's empowerment, equality, and safety through various initiatives.
  • Ensures the campus remains a zone of dignity, safety, and respect.

Vision: To create a safe and inclusive campus where every woman — student, faculty, or staff — feels secure, valued, and respected.

5. Grievance Redressal Committee

Objective: Established to address and resolve genuine concerns of students, faculty, and staff in a fair and transparent manner.

Functions:

  • Provides a structured mechanism for grievances related to academics, administration, or facilities.
  • Conducts regular meetings to review and resolve reported cases.
  • Maintains confidentiality and ensures unbiased handling of complaints.
  • Recommends corrective measures to the Principal for timely resolution.

Scope: Students can report issues on attendance, internal marks, hostel facilities, classroom environment, or any other grievance via written petitions or the online portal.

Commitment: Every grievance is treated seriously and resolved promptly with empathy and fairness.

6. Science Club

Objective: To cultivate curiosity, innovation, and scientific temperament among students and provide a platform to explore ideas, conduct experiments, and discuss emerging technologies.

Activities & Initiatives:

  • Organizes science exhibitions, seminars, and quiz competitions.
  • Encourages student projects, model-making, and mini research under faculty supervision.
  • Celebrates National Science Day, Engineers' Day, and Environment Day.
  • Invites industry experts and academicians for talks on current tech trends.
  • Promotes inter-departmental collaboration to solve real-world problems.

Outcome: Students develop analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and teamwork — preparing them for higher education, research, and careers.

7. MEDIA CELL

The following members have been appointed as the Media Cell members for the academic year 2024 – 2025.

SL NO NAME OF THE MEMBER POSITION DESIGNATION CONTACT NUMBER
1. Vinoth S Chair Person HOD (Regular) 9994733570
2. Balaji G Member HOD (Regular) 9655506009
3. Perumal E Member Lecturer 82201674803

4. INSTITUTION-INDUSTRY CELL

Objectives of Industry-Institution Cell

To provide support to all the Department for Industry initiatives. To promote participation of industry personnel in the development of curriculum and high quality student projects. To provide technical training to students in the recent advances in design, manufacturing and management disciplines.

Functions:

The following members have been appointed as the Innovation Club members for the academic year 2025 – 2026.

SL NO NAME OF THE MEMBER POSITION DESIGNATION CONTACT NUMBER
1. AJITH SAMUEL RAJAN S CHAIR PERSON HOD (REGULAR) 9500323022
2. NITHYA V MEMBER LECTURER 9360882006

8. INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE CELL

Key Objectives and Functions of IQAC:

Quality Sustenance: Developing and applying quality benchmarks for academic and administrative activities.

The following members have been appointed as the Internal Quality Assurance Cell members for the academic year 2025 – 2026.

SL NO NAME OF THE MEMBER POSITION DESIGNATION CONTACT NUMBER
1. Magesh Kannan P Chair Person HOD (Regular) 7397063445
2. Jeson Prasath R Member Lecturer 7550248678
3. Petchimuthu R Member Lecturer 8754158874
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