The Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) has urged all institutions to set up a robust anti-bullying and ragging committee, and to have a zero tolerance policy to combat the ongoing menace of bullying and ragging in schools and hostels. According to the notification, there have been instances of students looking to transfer schools due to instances of bullying in some schools. The NBSE stated that every act of ragging or bullying, be it major or minor, is beyond the limits of decency, morality and humanity. This is a grave concern that has severe consequences both in the short and long-term.
As per UNESCO’s reports, bullying has a significant negative impact on children’s mental health, quality of life, and academic achievement. Thus, the board requests for every institution to have a school counsellor to support students emotionally and academically when facing challenges that can prevent them from fully thriving within the school setting. It is essential to take all possible measures to create a conducive environment for the learners and ensure that no child becomes a victim of bullying or ragging.
In recent years, bullying has become a pressing issue, and it is a global phenomenon in schools and colleges. The NBSE has created guidelines to address this issue and will be monitoring the implementation of these procedures. There is a dire need to take swift and immediate action to curb this problem to ensure that every child has access to a safe, secure, and supportive environment that encourages learning and growth.
In conclusion, the NBSE’s notification is a call to action for every institution to adopt a robust anti-bullying and ragging committee to create a safe and healthy environment for students. The message is clear- every act of violence and harassment is unacceptable and must be dealt with immediately. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that every child has access to an inclusive and empowering educational experience that fosters their growth and development.
