Srinagar, Aug. 15 -- Anti-Ragging Day is observed every year on August 12, followed by Anti-Ragging Week from August 12 to 18, as part of a nationwide effort to eliminate the practice of ragging from educational institutions. The observance aims to raise awareness among students about the dangers of ragging, encourage preventive measures and create a safe and respectful environment in colleges and universities. The objective is to ensure that no incident of ragging takes place within or outside the campus and to take strict action against those found involved, in accordance with the established guidelines. Ragging can have a deep and lasting impact on a student's psyche, often leaving scars that extend well beyond the immediate incident. ...