VARANASI, June 14 -- The Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, has taken a major step to ensure the safety and well-being of its female students by forming a dedicated Women's Proctorial Team. This move is part of the institute's larger goal to create a safe, inclusive, and responsive campus environment. The team will work under the guidance of chief proctor professor Sanjay Singh. Dr Shweta, associate professor in the department of chemical engineering, will serve as the convener of the women's proctorial team. Other members include Dr Tanima Dutta, associate professor in the department of computer science and engineering, along with Dr Sneha and Dr Harsimran Kaur, assistant professors in the department of architecture, planning and design. A security officer and a duty officer from the proctor's office will also support the team in their work. According to chief proctor professor Sanjay Singh, the members of the team were selected based on their residence within the campus. This ensures they are available round the clock in case of any emergency. Night-time security patrols now include both male and female guards. In addition, female guards and female police personnel are stationed 24 hours a day at the Pink Booth located outside the women's hostels to offer a quick response....