The Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDG) Cell at Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University works towards creating equal opportunities for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds by providing them with the necessary academic, financial, and social support.
Objectives of the SEDG Cell:

• To identify and support students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds by providing financial aid, scholarships, and mentorship.
• To promote an inclusive academic environment where all students have equal access to resources and opportunities.
• To raise awareness about the challenges faced by socio-economically disadvantaged students and provide effective solutions.
• To facilitate personal, academic, and career development for students from underprivileged backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing scholarships, stipends, and fee waivers to students from economically weaker sections.
• Offering mentorship, academic guidance, and career counseling to help students succeed.
• Organizing workshops and sensitization programs on socio-economic disparity and its challenges.
• Ensuring students from disadvantaged backgrounds have equal access to academic resources, hostels, and extracurricular activities.

Composition of the Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDG) Cell:

Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups
Prof (Dr.) Himanshu Aeran (Vice Chancellor)	Chairperson by Virtue of Post	Chairperson
Dr.Ravinder Pratap Singh Yadav (Administrative Officer)	Member Secretary	Secretary
Dr.Kapil Loomba (Professor, Dept of Dentistry)	Senior Professor	Member
Dr.Vinita Kalra (Professor, Dept of  Biochemistry)	In-charge ICC	Member
Mrs. Chitra Srinarayan (Coordiantor, IQAC)	IQAC Coordinator	Member
Mr. Nitin Arya (Assistant Professor, Dept of Commerce)	Special Member	Member
Dr. Suchi (Assistant Professor, Dept of Yoga)	Special Member	Member
Mr. Ujjwal Kumar	Student Representative	Student Representative
Ms. Sanskriti	Student Representative	Student Representative

Services Provided by the SEDG Cell:

• Scholarships & Financial Aid: Facilitating access to scholarships, fee waivers, and financial aid programs for students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Mentorship & Academic Guidance: Offering academic and career counseling to help students navigate their educational journey and career choices.
• Skill Development & Employment Support: Providing skill development workshops and guidance on employment opportunities and higher education.
• Workshops & Awareness Programs: Organizing programs on socio-economic disparities, empowering students, and raising awareness about available resources.