The communication also stated, “Such acts are tantamount to grave violation of privacy of those who have entrusted faith in GSCASH. The communication also stated, “Such acts are tantamount to grave violation of privacy of those who have entrusted faith in GSCASH.

Facing criticism for the high number of sexual harassment cases reported from its premises, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has directed its students and faculty to refrain from “publicising” such incidents and maintain strict “confidentiality” about such cases.

“The entire JNU community is requested to uphold the principles of gender justice, which includes maintaining strict confidentiality on (sexual harassment) cases. The Gender Sensitisation Committee against Sexual Harassment (GSCASH) actively tries to counter any attempt to create a hostile environment,” said an official communication by the committee.

“Making confidential and personal details of any case or individuals public adds in creating a hostile environment rather than containing it. This kind of irresponsible behaviour on part of any member or group on campus to further narrow political gains is not appreciated,” it added.

The communication also stated, “Such acts are tantamount to grave violation of privacy of those who have entrusted faith in GSCASH… This will further aggravate and amplify the sufferings of the person concerned and will have a detrimental effect on their mental peace and tranquility.”

Union Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani, quoting data from the University Grants Commission, had informed the Lok Sabha that 25 cases of sexual harassment were reported from JNU in 2013-2014 — the highest among 104 higher education institutions from where such matters had been reported.

Taking note of the criticism, JNU had notified a new sexual harassment policy this year which also includes a penalty provision for false complaints filed before the probe panel.

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