Sexual Harassment Committee (Internal Complaints Committee – ICC)

In pursuance of the UGC (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment of Women Employees and Students in Higher Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2015, read with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, the ICC is constituted to deal with complaints related to sexual harassment.

ICC Members
S.No. Name Designation Profession/Role Phone No.
1 Sri M. R. Seshagiri Rao Chairperson Chairman 9848498714
2 Mr. D. Chandra Reddy Member Teaching 9966663834
3 Mrs. N. Pavani Member Teaching 7036999197
4 Mrs. K. L. Naga Kanya Member Teaching 8897866846
5 P. Naga Sai Pravallika Nominee Student 9550285220
6 G. Tirisha Nominee Student 7780128390

Process: On receipt of a complaint, the ICC conducts a preliminary enquiry to ascertain facts by collecting documents and recording statements (including the complainant and witnesses). The preliminary enquiry report with originals shall be submitted to the Chairperson/Disciplinary Authority. If the matter is not of sexual harassment, it may be referred to the Grievance Redressal Cell/Registrar.

Third-party incidents: Where sexual harassment occurs due to acts/omissions by a third party/outsider, the ICC will take all necessary and reasonable steps to assist the affected person.

Compliance: The ICC follows procedures prescribed in UGC Regulations, 2015 and the POSH Act in a time-bound manner. If allegations are found to be false/malicious/forged, action may be recommended as per UGC Regulations, 2015.

Who can approach the ICC?
  • Any female employee (faculty/staff) or student of MAM Degree College.
Definition of Sexual Harassment

Any unwelcome behaviour of a sexual nature, including but not limited to:

  • Physical contact and advances
  • Demand or request for sexual favours
  • Sexually coloured remarks
  • Showing pornography
  • Any unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature
Possible Actions Against Respondent
  • Warning / Written apology
  • Bond of good behaviour
  • Adverse remark in the confidential report
  • Stopping of increments / promotion
  • Suspension / Dismissal
  • Any other relevant action as per rules
How to File a Complaint

Confidentiality: Your complaint will be kept confidential.

Inquiry Timelines
  • Inquiry to be completed within 90 days from the date of complaint.
  • Report of findings to the employer within 10 days of completion; made available to parties.
  • If allegations are proved, ICC recommends punitive actions; the employer shall act within 60 days.