NSS Cell

History of NSS

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is an Indian Government-sponsored Public Service programme conducted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports of the Government of India.

NSS was launched in Gandhiji’s Centenary year, 1969, aimed at developing student's personality through community service, is a voluntary association of young people in Universities, Colleges and at +2 level working for a campus-community linkage.

In May 1969, a conf student representatives (of universities and institutions of higher education) convened by the Ministry of Education and the University Grants Commission also unanimously agreed that a national-service scheme could be an instrument for national integration. The details were soon worked out and the Planning Commission sanctioned an outlay of ₹5 crores for the NSS during the Fourth Five-Year Plan.

On 24 September 1969, the Union Education Minister Thiru V.K.R.V. Rao launched the NSS at 37 universities in all states. The scheme has been extended to all states and universities in the country and also +2 level institutes in many states.

About NSS Unit… (College)

The National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell at Arts, Commerce and Science College, Kharepatan, plays a pivotal role in fostering a sense of social responsibility and community engagement among students. Established in the academic year 2012-2013, the college swiftly recognized the importance of instilling civic values and launched its NSS unit in the 2014-2015 academic year. Under the capable leadership of Shri. Vaseem H. Sayyed, the appointed NSS Programme Officer, the scheme began with an enthusiastic initial strength of 50 student volunteers.

The NSS Cell is committed to the holistic development of students by engaging them in various community service activities, thereby nurturing their leadership qualities and social consciousness. The programme encourages students to participate in a diverse range of activities such as health camps, literacy drives, environmental conservation projects, and disaster relief efforts. These initiatives not only benefit the community but also provide students with invaluable experiences that enhance their personal and professional growth.

Through regular participation in NSS activities, students learn the importance of teamwork, develop organizational skills, and build a sense of empathy and dedication towards societal welfare. The NSS Cell at Arts, Commerce and Science College, Kharepatan, continues to thrive as a beacon of community service, significantly contributing to the institution's mission of creating responsible and socially aware citizens.

Vision

The vision is to prepare / build the youth with mind and spirit to serve the society and to act as a movement for the social uplift-ment of the downtrodden in our country.

Mission

The National Service Scheme is working with the motto “Not Me But You” to motivate the youth to serve the people.

Aim

Education through Community Service and Community Service through Education.

Broad Objectives of NSS

• To understand the community in which they work.
• Understand themselves in relation to their community.
• To identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem solving process.
• To develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility.
• To utilise their knowledge in finding practical solution to individual and community problems.
• To develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities.
• To gain skills in mobilising community participation.
• To acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitude.
• To develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters.
• To practice national integration and social harmony.

Motto of NSS

• The Motto of NSS “Not Me But You”, reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for self-less service.
• NSS helps the students develop appreciation to other person’s points of view and also show consideration to other living beings.
• The philosophy of the NSS is well doctrined in this motto, which underlines on the belief that the welfare of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society on the whole and therefore, the NSS volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society.

Symbol of NSS

• The symbol for the NSS has been based on the Giant Rath Wheel of the world-famous Konark Sun Temple (The Black Pagoda) situated in Odissa, India.
• The wheel portrays the cycle of creation, preservation and release. It signifies the movement in life across time and space.
• The eight bars in the wheel represent 24 hours of a day.
• The red colour indicates that the volunteer is full of young blood that is lively, active, energetic and full of high spirit.
• The navy blue colour indicates the cosmos of which the NSS is tiny part, ready to contribute its share for the welfare of the mankind.
• It stands for continuity as well as change and implies the continuous striving of NSS for social transformation and uplift.

Theme of NSS

“HEALTHY YOUTH ARE NEEDNESS OF WEALTHY NATION.”

Types of Activities

Classified as Follows ...

1. Regular Activities for 120

Area Based Project – I

(Proposed Schedule of Work - Minimum 20 Hours Maximum 60 Hours)

Area Based Project – II

(Proposed Schedule of Work – Minimum 20 Hours to Maximum 60 Hours)

University / District Level Project

(Proposed Schedule of Work – Minimum 20 Hours)

College Level Project

(Proposed Schedule of Work – Minimum 20 Hours)

2. Special Residential Camp

(Special Campaign is mandatory in nature of Residential Camp)

All the NSS Volunteers who have served NSS for at least 2 years and have performed 240 hours of work under NSS are entitled to a certificate from the University under the signature of the Vice-Chancellor and the NSS Programme Coordinator.

Special Camps are held annually funded by the Government of India and are usually located in a rural village.

Volunteers may be involved in such activities as…

• Environment Conservation Awareness Programmes
  • Plantation
  • Majhi Vasundhara
  • Only-one Earth / Save Earth
  • Save Water
  • Save Power
  • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
  • Clean India Canpaign
  • Swachhata Hi Seva.
  • Anti-plastic Movement / Plastic Free India
  • Waste-to-Best / Waste Management
  • Green Village
• Blood Donation Camps
• Health / Eye / Immunization / Blood Group Check-up / Hb Check-up / HIV-AIDS /Camp
• Health Awareness Programmes
• HIV-AIDS Awareness Programmes
• Pulse Polio Immunization Programmes
• Fit India Campaign
• Suposhit Bharat / Ek Bharat - Sudrudh Bharat Awareness Programmes
• Say Yes to Life (Anti Tabaco Movement / Anti-drugs / Anti-addiction Awareness Programmes
• Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking Awareness Programmes
• Ujjwala Yojna
• Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav – Har Ghar Tiranga
  • Flag Distribution
  • Environment Conservation – Plantation, Cleanliness (College Campus, University and College adopted Village)
  • Kisan Sanman and Organic Agriculture
  • Motor Cycling Rally
  • Lecture were conducted स्वातंत्र्यसंग्रामाचानायक.
  • Women Empowerment Workshop and Women Health Issues and Measures Orientation were conducted.
  • Har Ghar Tiranga awareness were conducted by Door 2 Door Visits, Mela and Mouth Publicity.
  • Rangoli, patriotic singing, poster making and traditional dress competitions were conducted
• Road Safety Project
• Digital Literacy Awareness Programmes
• Other activities
• Gender Sensitisation / Gender Equality / Beti Bachao -Beti Bachao / Women Empowerment
• Skill Development Orientation / Career Counselling / Employment Generation Strategies
• Voting Awareness
• Disaster Management
• Ek Bharat - Shareshtha Bharat
• Danotsav
• Conducting awareness activities through street plays or processions / rallies, physical visits, door to door visits etc. regarding social, economic, cultural, environmental, health, hygiene and sanitation / cleanliness etc. aspects as per the circulars received from Central Government, State Government, University and local administration.
• To Conduct various programmes on the occasion birth anniversary / death anniversaries of the national hero, patriots and social reformer.
• According to the circular received from the central government, state government and university, various activities are carried out on the occasion of day, week, fortnight and Maha according to specific purpose.

Composition of NSS Cell - 2023 - 2024

NSS Advisory Committee 2023-24

Annual Action Plan

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