In accordance with the Supreme Court Judgment and the guidelines established in 1997 to ensure the effective enforcement of the fundamental human right to gender equality and protection against sexual harassment and abuse, particularly in workplace settings, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has disseminated circulars urging the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal Act, also known as the Sexual Harassment Act) in April 2013. This directive has been communicated to all affiliated universities and colleges, advising them to create a permanent cell or committee and to develop guidelines aimed at addressing sexual harassment, violence against women, and ragging within these institutions.
Additionally, the UGC has encouraged these institutions to take proactive measures in fostering a supportive environment on campus, where women are honored and treated with respect. In line with the UGC’s guidelines and the Supreme Court’s directives, an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) has been established to ensure a healthy and welcoming atmosphere for both staff and students at the College..
The Internal Complaints Committee at DRIEMS Polytechnic has the following objectives:
To prevent discrimination and sexual harassment against women by fostering gender harmony among students and staff.
To address incidents of discrimination and sexual harassment against women promptly, ensuring that support services are available to the victim.
To recommend suitable punitive measures against those found guilty.
To maintain the Institute’s commitment to providing an environment devoid of gender-based discrimination.
To establish a safe physical and social environment that discourages any form of sexual harassment.
To cultivate a social and psychological atmosphere that enhances awareness of sexual harassment in its various manifestations.
Internal Complaints Committee has been reconstituted comprising of follow internal Complaints Committee has been reconstituted comprising of following members for a period of three years with effect from 1st July 2025.
| Sl. No | Name | Designation & Department | Position | Contact No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mrs. Subhasri Das | Asst. Prof. in Mechanical Engg. | Presiding Officer | 9861439013 |
| 2 | Ms. Sanghamitra Behera | Asst. Prof. in Electrical Engg. | Member | 7978617796 |
| 3 | Mrs. Sindhusuta Rout | Asst. Prof. in Mechanical Engg. | Member | 9938202637 |
| 4 | Mr. Jogesh Prasad Routray | Lecturer in Mathematics | Member | 8249783453 |
| 5 | Ms. Sushree Suryasnata | Utkal Sevak Samaj, Cuttack | Member | 8456941077 |
DRIEMS Polytechnic Institute currently offers 3-years Diploma courses in various fields of engineering. The Institute is situated at Cuttack, Odisha..
