National Service Scheme (NSS)

Aim

Education - By engaging student volunteers in community service activities, students learn the value of service and labour; and they also acquire skills, knowledge and attitudes that help them become responsible and productive for social welfare.
Personality Development - Providing various opportunities to work with diverse groups of people, participation in activities that build character, such as community service projects imbibes leadership skills, communication skills, and sense of social responsibility.
Community Development - The development of communities is possible by engaging students in various social welfare activities which includes promoting health and hygiene, environmental conservation, literacy campaigns, and promoting social justice.
National Integration - The NSS seeks to promote national integration by involving students from different regions, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds in community service activities. Through this, students learn to appreciate and respect the diversity and become catalyst of social change.
Skill Development - To develop the skills and knowledge of students by providing them with opportunities to learn new skills and acquire knowledge in various fields such as health, environment, and community development.
Voluntary Work - The NSS promotes the spirit of voluntary work among students, which is essential for the development of a strong and inclusive society.

Activities

Awareness campaigns and community service projects on various social issues such as health, hygiene, environment, and social welfare. These campaigns may include activities such as rallies, poster making, and street plays.
Fundraising for social causes and charity events, Disaster management and relief activities during natural calamities.
Workshops and training programs on leadership, communication, team building, and personal development.
Participation in cultural and sports events at the local and national level. Blood donation camps in collaboration with hospitals and blood banks to encourage students to donate blood and save lives.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan participation

Special Camp

It is a week-long residential camp that is organized annually for NSS volunteers in rural or backward areas to undertake community service projects. The Special Camp provides an opportunity for NSS volunteers to engage in more intensive community service activities than what is normally done during regular NSS activities. It is also an opportunity for volunteers to experience rural life, understand the challenges faced by rural communities, and work with them towards their development. The Special Camp is usually organized during the winter vacation, and volunteers are required to stay in the camp for the entire duration of the program. The camp is organized in collaboration with local communities, and the activities undertaken during the camp are determined based on the needs of the community.

The activities undertaken during the Special Camp include:

Construction of water harvesting structures, and other infrastructure facilities in the community.
Awareness campaigns on health and hygiene, environmental conservation, and social issues such as drug abuse and child marriage.
Plantation drives related to environmental conservation.
Conducting health camps and blood donation camps
Conducting literacy and numeracy campaigns
Engaging with local communities to identify their needs and concerns, and providing support and assistance

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti