KRISHNA CHAITANYA DEGREE COLLEGE

Estd. 1998

KRISHNA CHAITANYA DEGREE COLLEGE

(AUTONOMOUS)

(Recognised by UGC under 2(f), Accredited by NAAC, Affiliated to V.S.University, Nellore)
(Maintained by Sahitya Educational Society, Recognised by Govt. of Andhra Pradesh)
Near Old Z.P. Office, Nellore-524 003

Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Group (SEDGs) Committee

Constitution of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Group Cell

Academic Year 2025-26

In line with the commitment to equity and inclusion, and as per UGC and Government of India directives, this institution establishes the Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Group (SEDG) Cell to ensure that students from underprivileged backgrounds receive the necessary academic, financial, and emotional support to thrive in higher education.

Objectives

  • To create a supportive and inclusive environment for students from socio-economically disadvantaged sections (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/minorities).
  • To monitor and implement welfare schemes and scholarships for eligible students.
  • To facilitate counseling, skill development, and mentoring programs.
  • To promote sensitivity among stakeholders toward issues of equity and social justice.

Scope and Definition

The SEDG Cell will cater to:

  • Students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC) (non-creamy layer), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and Minority Communities.
  • Students from economically deprived backgrounds as identified through national/state schemes.

Constitution of the SEDG Cell

The SEDG’s cell is constituted with the following members.

S. No.

Name of the Faculty

Designation

Role in the Cell

1         

Dr. P Raghu Kumar

Principal

Chairman

2         

Dr. P. Haranadh

Professor, Dept. of Life Sciences

Convener

3         

Mr. P Arun Nehru

Associate Professor, Dept. of Humanities

Faculty Member

4         

Mrs. P. Bhanu Sree

Associate Professor, Dept. of Computer Science

Faculty Member

5         

Mr. P. Rajendra Prasad

A.O

Member

6         

Ms. Bathala Poojitha

III BSC(MPCS) Student

Student Member

7         

Mr. Ulsa Sushmanth Kumar

II BCA(A.I) Student

Student Member

8         

Mr. Syed Zaheer

II BCA Student

Student Member

9         

Ms. Thummala Pallavi

III BBA(Bus.Ana) Student

Student Member

 

Functions and Responsibilities

  • Maintain a database of students from SEDG categories.
  • Ensure dissemination of information about scholarships and government schemes.
  • Organize orientation, soft skills, and bridge courses for incoming students.
  • Offer guidance for higher education, competitive exams, and placements.
  • Conduct awareness workshops for faculty and students on inclusivity.
  • Address grievances related to discrimination or exclusion in coordination with the Equal Opportunity Cell/Grievance Committee.

Meetings and Reporting

  • The Cell shall meet once every quarter or more frequently as needed.
  • Prepare an annual report on activities, beneficiaries, and outcomes for submission to the Head of Institution
  • Coordinate with other institutional support cells (e.g., Equal Opportunity Cell, SC/ST Cell, Minority Cell) to avoid overlap.

Review and Amendments

  • The constitution and functioning of the SEDG Cell shall be reviewed annually.
  • Amendments may be made with the approval of the Head of Institution and in line with revised UGC/government policies.
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