NSS

National Service Scheme (NSS)

National Service Scheme is a student – centered programme and it is complementary to education. It is a noble experiment in academic extension. It inculcates the spirit of voluntary work among students and teachers through sustained community interaction. It brings our academic institutions closer to the society. It is a link between the campus and community, the college and village, knowledge and action. The overall aim of NSS is the Personality Development of students through community service. It gives an extened dimension to Higher Education system and orients the student youth to community service.

NSS Logo

The symbol of the NSS is based on the ‘Rath’ wheel of the Konark Sun Temple situated in Orissa. These giant wheels of the Sun Temple portray the cycle of creation, preservation and release, and signify the movement in life across time and space. It stands for community as well as change and implies the continuous striving of National Service Scheme for social transformation & upliftment.

NSS Day

NSS was formally launched on the 24th September, 1969, the birth centenary year of the Father of the Nation. The 24th September is celebrated every year as NSS Day with numerous programmes & activities.

NSS Motto

The motto of NSS is ‘NOT Me But You’. This reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for selfless service and appreciation of the other person’s point of view and also to show consideration for fellow human beings.

Aim

Personality Development of students through community service.

Objectives

The broad objectives of NSS are to:-