Kotpad :21st July 2025: Today, an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) was constituted at Kotpad College as per the directive of the Higher Education Department of the State Government.
The committee is chaired by Malvika Pattnayak, with Dr. Sheshandanda Mishra, Principal of Kotpad College, as the Convenor. Key members include retired CDPO Pratima Raul, social worker Ajay Kumar Mishra of Kotpad, and faculty members Hemanta Dalei, Minalisa Sahu, Indra Behera, and office assistant Muna Mohanty. Additionally , three student representatives were included: Raja Panda, Kavita Bishoi, and Surabhi Jani.
During the committee’s first session today, a focused discussion was held on the issue of sexual harassment. At the start of the event, Principal Dr. Sheshandanda Mishra introduced all participants and emphasized the importance of self-protection and being aware of one’s rights. He urged students to focus on discipline and academics while being alert and vocal about any issues.
Chief guest Namita Tripathy, project coordinator from Jeypore, interacted with the students and encouraged them to be self-reliant, to never ignore any wrongdoing, and to report grievances to the committee or teachers without hesitation.
Namita Tripathy also delivered an insightful session on self-defense and personal safety, which was highly appreciated by the attendees.