SC/ST WELFARE CELL

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya in Nandgaon Khandeshwar, Dist. Amravati, is a dedicated body responsible for promoting the welfare and empowerment of students and staff members belonging to the SC/ST communities. The committee is committed to ensuring that every SC/ST student and staff member receives equal opportunities and support to excel academically and professionally. The committee comprises a diverse group of members, including the Principal of the college, two senior faculty members, one member from the SC/ST community, one member from a voluntary organization working for the welfare of SC/ST communities, one SC/ST student, one SC/ST faculty member, and one non-teaching staff member belonging to the SC/ST community.

The committee has been instrumental in implementing several initiatives that have positively impacted the lives of SC/ST students and staff members at the college. These initiatives include organizing remedial coaching classes, providing counseling and guidance, promoting awareness about various government schemes and programs for the welfare of SC/ST communities, and facilitating the timely disbursal of scholarships and other benefits meant for SC/ST students. The committee also ensures that there is no discrimination or harassment of any kind towards SC/ST students and staff members within the college premises. The committee takes prompt action on any complaint of discrimination or harassment and ensures that justice is served.

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya plays a vital role in promoting social justice and equity at the college. The committee is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every SC/ST student and staff member can realize their full potential.

Sr.No.	Position	Name
1.	Principal	Dr. Alka A. Bhise
2.	Faculty Member 1	Dr. Prashant B. Kharat
3.	Faculty Member 2	Dr. Yogesh S. Gawali
4.	Member from SC/ST community	Mr. Subodh N. Bansod
5.	Member from voluntary organization for SC/ST	Mr. Suraj B. Ambhore
6.	SC/ST Student Representative	Ms. Achal R. Tobre (BSc-II)
7.	SC/ST Faculty Representative	Dr. Prafullkumar N. Tayade
8.	Non-teaching Staff Member belonging to SC/ST	Mr. Nitin S. Sakhare

Activities

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya is responsible for promoting the welfare and empowerment of students and staff members belonging to the SC/ST communities. The committee has been instrumental in implementing several initiatives that have positively impacted the lives of SC/ST students and staff members at the college. Some of the key activities of the committee are:

Providing counselling and guidance:

The committee provides counseling and guidance to SC/ST students and staff members. They offer support and advice on various issues such as academic, personal, and career-related matters.

Promoting awareness about government schemes and programs:

The committee promotes awareness about various government schemes and programs meant for the welfare of SC/ST communities. They educate students and staff members about the benefits of these schemes and help them avail of the same.

Facilitating the timely disbursal of scholarships and other benefits:

The committee ensures that SC/ST students receive scholarships and other benefits meant for them in a timely manner. They coordinate with the concerned authorities to ensure that the process of disbursal is smooth and hassle-free.

Ensuring no discrimination or harassment:

The committee ensures that there is no discrimination or harassment of any kind towards SC/ST students and staff members within the college premises. They take prompt action on any complaint of discrimination or harassment and ensure that justice is served.

Celebrating SC/ST-related events:

The committee organizes and participates in various events and activities related to SC/ST communities such as Ambedkar Jayanti, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, etc. These events help in promoting awareness and fostering a sense of unity and belonging among the SC/ST students and staff members.

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya undertakes several activities to promote the welfare and empowerment of SC/ST students and staff members. Their initiatives towards creating an inclusive and supportive environment are commendable and help in promoting social justice and equity at the college.

Scholarships and Benefits

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya ensures that SC/ST students receive scholarships and other benefits meant for them in a timely manner. The committee facilitates the disbursal of these scholarships and benefits by coordinating with the concerned authorities. Some of the scholarships and benefits that SC/ST students are eligible for are:

Post Matric Scholarship:

This scholarship is provided by the government to SC/ST students pursuing post-secondary education. The scholarship covers tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and other expenses.

Merit-cum-Means Scholarship:

This scholarship is provided by the government to SC/ST students who are meritorious and belong to families with low income. The scholarship covers tuition fees and other expenses.

National Fellowship for SC/ST students:

This fellowship is provided by the government to SC/ST students pursuing research at the M.Phil or Ph.D. level. The fellowship covers stipend, contingency grant, and other expenses.

Free Hostel Accommodation:

SC/ST students are eligible for free hostel facility present in the village. College helps SC/ST students who come from far-off places and cannot afford to pay for accommodation.

Concession in Examination Fees:

SC/ST students are eligible for a concession in examination fees. This concession helps students who may face financial difficulties in paying the examination fees.,

The scholarships and benefits meant for SC/ST students are aimed at providing financial assistance and support to help them pursue their education. The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya ensures that these scholarships and benefits are disbursed to eligible students in a timely and hassle-free manner.

Grievance Redressal

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya ensures that there is no discrimination or harassment of any kind towards SC/ST students and staff members within the college premises. In case of any complaint of discrimination or harassment, the committee has a well-defined grievance redressal mechanism in place to ensure that justice is served. The grievance redressal mechanism includes the following steps:

Complaint Registration:

Any student or staff member belonging to the SC/ST community who faces discrimination or harassment can register a complaint with the committee. The complaint can be registered either in writing or through email.

Investigation:

he committee investigates the complaint promptly and impartially. The committee may also seek the help of external experts if required. Action: Based on the investigation, the committee takes appropriate action against the person(s) responsible for discrimination or harassment. The action may include warning, suspension, termination of employment or expulsion from the college, depending on the severity of the offense.

Follow-up:

The committee follows up with the complainant to ensure that the issue has been resolved satisfactorily. The committee also takes steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya takes every complaint of discrimination or harassment seriously and ensures that justice is served. The committee’s grievance redressal mechanism is a crucial aspect of its role in promoting social justice and equity at the college.

Feedback

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya values feedback from SC/ST students and staff members. The feedback helps the committee to understand the issues and challenges faced by SC/ST students and staff members and to improve its initiatives and programs. The committee encourages SC/ST students and staff members to provide feedback on various aspects of college life, such as academics, infrastructure, facilities, and support services.

The feedback can be provided through various channels, such as suggestion boxes, feedback forms, online surveys, or personal meetings with the committee members. The committee ensures that the feedback provided by SC/ST students and staff members is kept confidential and is used only for the purpose of improving the college’s services and facilities.

Based on the feedback received, the committee takes appropriate action to address the concerns and issues raised by SC/ST students and staff members. The committee also communicates the action taken to the concerned individuals and seeks their feedback on the effectiveness of the measures taken. The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya values feedback from SC/ST students and staff members and uses it to improve the college’s services and facilities and to promote social justice and equity.

Resources

The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya has access to a range of resources to support its initiatives and programs. Some of the key resources are:

Financial resources:

The college provides financial resources to the committee to implement its initiatives and programs. These resources include funds for scholarships, coaching classes, counseling and guidance, and other welfare measures.

Human resources:

The committee comprises a diverse group of members, including the Principal of the college, senior faculty members, members from the SC/ST community, members from voluntary organizations working for the welfare of SC/ST communities, SC/ST students, SC/ST faculty members, and non-teaching staff members belonging to the SC/ST community. These members bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the committee’s work.

Infrastructure:

The college provides infrastructure support to the committee to conduct its activities. This support includes access to classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and other facilities required for coaching classes, counseling and guidance, and other welfare measures.

Government schemes and programs:

The committee also leverages various government schemes and programs meant for the welfare of SC/ST communities. These schemes and programs provide additional financial and other support to the committee’s initiatives and programs.

Partnerships:

The committee also partners with various voluntary organizations working for the welfare of SC/ST communities. These partnerships provide additional expertise, resources, and support to the committee’s initiatives and programs. The Committee for SC/ST Welfare of Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya has access to a range of resources to support its initiatives and programs. The committee uses these resources effectively to promote social justice and equity at the college.

Minutes of Meetings and Action Taken Reports (Create below tabs pdf files will provide later)

Academic Year 2017-2018
Academic Year 2018-2019
Academic Year 2019-2020
Academic Year 2020-2021
Academic Year 2021-2022
Academic Year 2022-2023

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is the role of the Committee for SC/ST Welfare at Vinayak Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya? The committee is responsible for promoting the welfare and empowerment of SC/ST students and staff members at the college. It ensures that every SC/ST student and staff member receives equal opportunities and support to excel academically and professionally. The committee also takes action on any complaints of discrimination or harassment towards SC/ST students and staff members. How can SC/ST students and staff members access the services of the committee? SC/ST students and staff members can approach the committee members or the college administration to access the services provided by the committee. They can also provide feedback and suggestions to the committee to improve its initiatives and programs. What kind of initiatives and programs are implemented by the committee? The committee implements a range of initiatives and programs to support SC/ST students and staff members. These include scholarships and benefits, remedial coaching classes, counseling and guidance, awareness about government schemes and programs, grievance redressal, and feedback mechanisms. Are the services provided by the committee free of cost? Yes, the services provided by the committee are free of cost for SC/ST students and staff members. What kind of partnerships does the committee have? The committee partners with various voluntary organizations working for the welfare of SC/ST communities. These partnerships provide additional expertise, resources, and support to the committee’s initiatives and programs. How does the committee ensure confidentiality and privacy of complaints and feedback received from SC/ST students and staff members? The committee ensures that all complaints and feedback received from SC/ST students and staff members are kept confidential and are used only for the purpose of improving the college’s services and facilities. The committee also takes appropriate measures to protect the privacy of the individuals who provide the feedback and complaints.

Academic Year 2017-18

Sr.No.	Name of Add on Certificate Course	Course Code	Name of the Coordinator	Duration of the course	Number of students enrolled
1.	Certificate Course in Tally ERP -9	Commerce	Dr. Prafullakumar Tayade	30 dyas	30
2.	Certificate Course Grammar for Competitive Exam	English	Mr. Rajesh Shambaekar	30 dyas	42

Academic Year 2018-19

Sr.No.	Name of Add on Certificate Course	Course Code	Name of the Coordinator	Duration of the course	Number of students enrolled
1.	Certificate Course Basic Nursery Techniques and Management	Botany	Dr. Suchita Khodke	30 days	30
2.	Certificate Course Vedic Mathematics	Mathematics	Dr. Priti Deshmukh	30 days	28
3.	Certificate Course Grammar for Competitive Exam	English	Mr. Rajesh Shambaekar	30 days	49
4.	Certificate Course in Goods and Services Marketing	Commerce	Mr Nishant Jaiswal	30 days	30

Academic Year 2019-20

Sr.No.	Name of Add on Certificate Course	Course Code	Name of the Coordinator	Duration of the course	Number of students enrolled
1.	Certificate Course in Investment Planning	Commerce	Dr. Yogesh Gawali	30 days
2.	Basics of Spoken English	English	Mr Rajiv Tayde	30 days
3.	Certificate Course in Vedic Mathematics	Mathematics	Dr. Priti Deshmukh	30 days
4.	Certificate Course in Soil Testing and Analysis	Chemistry	Dr Kavita Kakade	30 days
5.	Certificate Course in Ornamental Fishery	Zoology	Dr. Gajendrasingh Pachlore	30 days
6.	Certificate Course in Plant Tissue Culture	Botany	Dr. Suchita Khodke	30 days
7.	Certificate Course in Electrical Equipment Repairing and Maintenance	Physics	Dr. Prashant Kharat	30 days
8.	शुद्ध लेखन विषयक अभ्यासक्रम	मराठी	Mr. Rupesh Fuke	30 days	31

Academic Year 2020-21

Sr.No.	Name of Add on Certificate Course	Course Code	Name of the Coordinator	Duration of the course	Number of students enrolled
1.	Certificate Course in Garden Revitalizing Idea Necessities	Botany	Dr. Suchita Khodke	30 days	28
2.	Certificate Course on Design Fabrication of DC Power supply	Physics	Dr. Prashant Kharat	30 days	20
3.	Certificate Course in Soil Analysis	Chemistry	Dr. Kavita Kakade	30 days	20
4.	Certificate Course in “online e-content of digital marketing	Commerce	Dr. Dasharath Kale	30 days	61
5.	Certificate Course in Apiculture	Zoology	Dr. Pratibha Mahalle	30 days	20

Academic Year 2021-22

Sr.No.	Name of Add on Certificate Course	Course Code	Name of the Coordinator	Duration of the course	Number of students enrolled
1.	Certificate Course in	Botany	Dr. Suchita Khodke	30 days	25
2.	Certificate Course in Electrical Equipment Repairing and Maintenance	Physics	Dr. Prashant Kharat	30 days	20
3.	Certificate Course in basics of Spoken English	English	Mr. Rajiv Tayde	30 days	48
4.	Certificate Course in Water Analysis	Chemistry	Dr. Kavita Kakade	30 days	30
5.	Certificate Course in “Vedic Maths for Competitive Examinations”	Mathematics	Dr. Priti Deshmukh	30 days	40
6.	Certificate Course in “Investment Planning”.	Commerce	Dr. Yogesh Gawali	30 days	42
7.	Certificate Course in Ornamental Fisheries	Zoology	Dr. Pratibha Mahalle	30 days	20
8.	Certificate Course on Heena designs(Mehndi)	Women Cell	Dr. Priti Deshmukh	30 days	60