NSS Unit - Sri Aurobindo College

This is the page for NSS unit of Sri Aurobindo College(M). An introduction to National Service scheme :

1. K.G. The Education Commission headed by Dr. D.S.

In India, the idea of involving students in the task of national service dates back to the times of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. The central theme which he tried to impress upon his student audience time and again, was that they should always keep before them, their social responsibility. The first duty of the students should be, not to treat their period of study as one of the opport

unities for indulgence in intellectual luxury, but for preparing themselves for final dedication in the service of those who provided the sinews of the nation with the national goods & services so essential to society. Advising them to form a living contact with the community in whose midst their institution is located, he suggested that instead of undertaking academic research about economic and social disability, the students should do "something positive so that the life of the villagers might be raised to a higher material and moral level".

2. The post-independence era was marked by an urge for introducing social service for students, both as a measure of educational reform and as a means to improve the quality of educated manpower. The University Grants Commission headed by Dr. Radhakrishnan recommended introduction of national service in the academic institutions on a voluntary basis with a view to developing healthy contacts between the students and teachers on the one hand and establishing a constructive linkage between the campus and the community on the other hand.

3. The idea was again considered by the Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE) at its meeting held in January, 1950. After examining the various aspects of the matter and in the light of experience of other countries in this field, the Board recommended that students should devote some time to manual work on a voluntary basis and that the teachers should also associate with them in such work. In the draft First Five year Plan adopted by the Government of India in 1952, the need for social and labour service for students for one year was further stressed. Consequent upon this, labour and social service camps, campus work projects, village apprenticeship scheme etc. were put into operation by various educational institutions, In 1958, the then Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in his letter to the Chief-Ministers, mooted the idea of having social service as a prerequisite for graduation. He further directed the Ministry of Education to formulate a suitable scheme for introduction of national service into the academic institutions.

4. In 1959, a draft outline of the scheme was placed before the Education Minister's Conference. The Conference was unanimous about the urgent need for trying out a workable scheme for national service. In view of the fact that education as it was imparted in schools and colleges, left something to be desired and it was necessary to supplement it with programmes which would arouse interest the social and economic reconstruction of the country. It was viewed that if the objectives of the scheme were to be realized, it was essential to integrate social service with the educational process as early as possible. The Conference suggested the appointment of a committee to work out details of the proposed pilot project. In pursuance of these recommendations, a National Service Committee was appointed under the Chairmanship of Dr. C.D. Deshmukh on August 28, 1959 to make concrete suggestions in this direction. The committee recommended that national service for a period of nine months to a year Deshmukh on August 28, 1959 to make concrete suggestions in this direction. The committee recommended that national service for a period of nine months to a year may be made compulsory for all students completing high school education and intending to enroll themselves in a college or a university. The scheme was to include some military training, social service, manual labour and general education. The recommendations of the Committee could not be accepted because of its financial implications and difficulties in implementation.

5. In 1960, at the instance of the Government of India, Prof. Saiyidain studied national service by students implemented in several countries of the world and submitted his report under the title "National Service for the Youth" to the Government with a number of recommendations as to what could be done in India to develop a feasible scheme of social service by students. It was also recommended that social service camps should be open to students as well as non-students within the prescribed age group for better inter-relationship.

6. Kothari (1964-66) recommended that students at all' stages of education should be associated with some form of social service. This was taken into account by the State Education Minister during their conference in April 1967 and they recommended that at the university stage, students could be permitted to join the National Cadet Corps (NCC) which was already in existence on a voluntary basis and an alternative to this could be offered to them in the form of a new programme called the National Service Scheme (NSS). Promising sportsmen, however, should be exempted from both and allowed to join another scheme calle4d the National Sports Organisation (NSO), in view of the need to give priority to the development of sports and athletics.

7. The Vice Chancellors' Conference in September, 1969 welcomed this recommendation and suggested that a special committee of Vice Chancellors could be set up to examine this question in detail. In the statement of national policy on education of the Government of India, it was laid down that work experience and national service should be an integral part of education. In May, 1969, a conference of the students' representatives of the universities and institutions of higher learning convened by the Ministry of Education and the University Grants Commission also unanimously declared 'that national service could be a powerful instrument for national integration. It could be used to introduce urban students to rural life. Projects of permanent value could also be undertaken as a symbol of the contribution of the student community to the progress and upliftment of the nation.

8. The details were soon worked out and the Planning Commission sanctioned an outlay of Rs. 5 crores for National Service Scheme (NSS) during the. Fourth Five Year Plan. It was stipulated that the NSS programme should be started as a pilot project in select institutions and universities.

9. On September 24, 1969, the then Union Education Minister Dr. V.K.R.V. Rao, launched the NSS programme in 37 universities covering all States and simultaneously requested the Chief Ministers of States for their cooperation and help. It was appropriate that the programme was started during the Gandhi Centenary Year as it was Gandhi ji who inspired the Indian youth to participate in the movement for Indian independence and the social uplift of the downtrodden masses of our nation.

10. The cardinal principle of the programme is that it is organised by the students themselves and both students and teachers through their combined participation in social service, get a sense of involvement in the tasks of national development. Besides, the students, particularly, obtain work experience which might help them to find avenues of self-employment or employment in any organisation at the end of their university career. The initial financial arrangements provided for an expenditure of Rs. 120/- per NSS student per annum to be shared by the Central and the State Governments in the ratio of 7:5 i.e. the Central Government spending Rs. 70/- and State Governments Rs. 50/- respectively per NSS student per year. An amount of Rs. 120/- per NSS student per annum on programmes to be shared by the Central and State Governments in the ration of 7:5 (i.e. Rs. 70/- per student by the central government and Rs. 50/- per student by the State Governments). Keeping the inflation in view, it is now under consideration to revise the amount for Special Camping and Regular Activities.

11. The scheme now extends to all the states ad universities in the country and covers +2 level also in many states. Students, teachers, guardians, persons in authority in government, universities and colleges/schools and the people in general now realize the need and significance of NSS. It has aroused among the student youth an awareness of the realities of life, a better understanding and appreciation of the problems of the people. NSS is, thus, a concrete attempt in making campus relevant to the needs of the community. There are several instances of excellent work and exemplary conduct of NSS units which have earned them respect and confidence of the people. The special camping programmes organised under the themes of 'Youth Against Famine (1973)', 'Youth Against Dirt & Disease (1974-75)', 'Youth for Eco-Development' and "Youth for Rural Reconstruction' 'Youth for National Development and Youth for Literacy (1985-93)' 'Youth for National Integration and Communal Harmony (1993-95)' have resulted in gains both to the community as well as to the students. The theme for the year 1995-96 onwards for Special Camping is Youth for Sustainable Development with focus on Watershed Management and Water land Development'. Themes have been selected in accordance with national priorities. Also, from 1991-92 onwards NSS has launched a nationwide campaign on AIDS Awareness called "Universities Talk AIDS" (UTA) which has earned international attention and appreciation.

23/03/2023

Brochure of UNNATI'23

23/03/2023

“If you want light to come into your life, you need to stand where it is shining”✨

Warm Greetings!!🌻

With ineffable ecstasy and exuberance, we are here with the grand and sumptuous event.🌸

Yes, you read it right.....
It's the time we were all waiting for!!!

The National Service Scheme of Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi is back again with a new array of events and competitions for you to show off your skills and have fun.💥

We are delighted to announce our Annual NSS Fest :-

💫 "UNNATI'23" 💫
"वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्: संस्कृति नव भारत की" (Celebrating India's G20 Presidency).

All you need to know :-
📅 DATE: 28th & 29th March, 2023
🕦 TIME: 10 AM onwards
📍 VENUE: Sri Aurobindo College

So, we warmly invite you all to grace our NSS Fest with your cheerful smile. 🤩

Mark your calendars and brace yourself to witness the biggest fest of the year. 🎊

For any further queries, contact:‼️
Anurag Verma (President)
-8127367595

Regards 🎀
NSS SAC
'23

28/01/2023

"Healing takes time,and asking for help is a courageous step."🌻
- M.Hargitay

Greetings everyone ✨

The National Service Scheme (PROJECT : WeHeal) of *Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi* is pleased to present a *Mega Event*, namely ~

🌸 *"NAV- उदय :- एक नई शुरुआत"*🌸

_A detox is your opportunity to give your body a break and allow your own self - cleansing and self- healing processes to kick into gear._💫

The event will be graced with the warm presence of "Mrs. Tanya Chadha Khurana."
➡️ Founder of My Safe Circle.
➡️The United Nations Volunteer Award Winner - 2021
➡️The International Diana Award Winner by the Govt of UK - 2019
➡️ Mental Health Wellness Expert and social activist.

✨Under this Event ,

♦️ _There will be an interactive session on *"DETOXIFICATION: SPEAKING HEALS"* by our Guest speaker, *Mrs.Tanya Chadha Khurana.*_

♦️ _The main focus of the session is to provide a healthy and safe environment for people to talk about their mental health._

📌 DETAILS OF THE EVENT :-

⭐Date - 31st January 2023
⭐Time - 11AM Onwards
⭐Venue - Seminar hall,Sri Aurobindo College

_You all are requested to grace the event with your presence._💫

For any query feel free to ask 📲

Anurag Verma
(President)
-8127367595

Ashutosh
(Project Head)
-9005979048

Anju
(Project Co- Head)
-8595744207

Regards 💐
NSS SAC

Mrs. Tanya Chadha Khurana -- founder of My Safe Circle

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08/01/2023

*"You can speak well if your tongue can deliver the message of your heart"*✨

Greetings Everyone! 💫

The National Service Scheme ( Project - Action On Addiction) of Sri Aurobindo college, University of Delhi organized an event of -
🎙️"OPEN MIC SHOW"🎙️

This was the event, which gave the platform to everyone to share and express their thoughts, ideas and their feelings on the topic - "Addiction A Curse to Society".
The chief guest of this event was Mr. Krishna Kumar Gupta who was the very first volunteer of the National Service Scheme.
In this event, students of our college participated in a large number and from them, the best three participants were awarded by our Chief guest and our NSS Programme Officer Dr. Meenakshi Chaudhary.

Additionally, volunteers of Project AOA presented a drama on "Social Media Addiction''. Volunteers gave a message on how social media has taken over our lives and changed the way we live. At the end, volunteers came up with the idea of how to cut back on social media use.
Overall, this event turned out to be a huge success.✨

Thank-You 🌼
Regards
NSS SAC

09/10/2022

*Don't be drastic, Say no to plastic.*✨

Greetings everyone 🌼
On 9th October 2022, the *National Service Scheme* of *Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi* organized an *AWARENESS RALLY on Plastic Free India* as part of *Fit India Freedom Run 3.0* launched by *MoYAS*.

For the event , the volunteers rallied through the lanes of Malviya Nagar market to spread awareness on reducing and replacing the use of plastic.

Nowadays most people use plastic in the form of plastic bags, plastic bottles, plastic covers, plastic tiffins and throwing the plastic wherever they want and burning plastics, so the land, air get polluted. Many of the plants and animals are extinct and people are also facing many health problems like cancer, breathing problems, liver problems, Hormonal imbalance, food poisoning, genetic problems, mental problems etc.
Through this campaign, our volunteers explained to the public about the benefits of avoiding the usage of plastic, using cotton bags, paper bags instead of plastic to reduce the pollution and save the environment, plants, animals and human life.

The engagement from volunteers in this event was really encouraging which made this event successful.🌸

Thank you.

Regards 🎀
NSS SAC

09/10/2022

*Picking up litter is good for the country's health.*
*Jogging is good for your health.*✨

Greetings everyone 🌼
On 8th October 2022, the *National Service Scheme* of *Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi* organized a *PLOG RUN* at Mehrauli Archaeological Park as part of *Fit India Freedom Run 3.0* launched by *MoYAS*.

The volunteers of NSS SAC went for an hour plogging in the park with the concept of fitness and cleanliness, that is, while running they picked the trash to compel a bigger change in the environment. About 25 volunteers participated actively, collecting plastic and other waste lying and disposing of them off in designated dustbins.
Volunteers also explained to the visitors about this noble cause of fitness and cleanliness for a healthy lifestyle.
This is how, campaign proved to be a successful one.💫

Thankyou

Regards 🎀
NSS SAC

04/08/2022

Greetings everyone🌼

Raman Kumar Rai has been awarded the respected position of "Volunteer of the Year" of the Session 2021- 2022 for his outstanding work and dedication towards selfless service. You've always gone an extra mile in everything. 👏👏

Your efforts embody the spirit of what it means to really be the change you wish to see in the world. Thank you so much for your selfless and ongoing volunteerism. We appreciate you.✨

Regards🌟
NSS SAC

02/08/2022

Highlights of Session 2021-22

02/08/2022

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

-Helen Keller

Greetings everyone ✨

The Team of National Service Scheme of Sri Aurobindo College, has completed 200 events for the academic year 2021-22. The prime events that took a huge part in the success of the session are Blood Donation Camp, Self-Defence Workshop, Plantation Drive, Clothes Distribution Drive, Sanitary Napkin Distribution Drive, etc and we hit a number of milestones during our tenure.

This tenure comes to an end with the completion of 200th event.

Congratulations to the team on being a part of such a beautiful and long journey.✨💜
You all have worked extremely hard to achieve this huge milestone.

Thankyou 🎀

Regards
NSS SAC Family🌸

26/07/2022

"Craft is the vehicle for expressing your vision. Craft is the visible edge of art."💫

Cordial greetings everyone! 🌼

National Service Scheme of Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi feels extremely delighted to inform you that we had successfully completed our 200th event - "सारांश" 🌟

In this event we had organised an innovative trip to National Craft Museum and Hastkala Academy to admire the rare and finest specimens of traditional handicrafts and handlooms.
The event started by visiting the village complex of the museum where we got to learn so many new things like different art forms of different region of our country.
Then we had an insightful lecture regarding the same in which we also got to know about five different galleries, visiting each made us realise about the rich and traditional culture of our nation.

We winded up our session 2021-22 on a memorable note by watching the presentation of all the main events covered till the date.

It was a great day indeed, where we got to learn so many things about our rich culture and at the end everyone became nostalgic by watching the presentation.

It was a day to remember! 🌻

Regards
NSS, SAC ✨

20/07/2022

“Art is not a handicraft, it is the transmission of feeling the artist has experienced.” ~ Leo Tolstoy

Warm Greetings Volunteers ✨

National Service Scheme of Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi feels extremely exultant for celebrating its 200th event celebration -
⚡ "सारांश" ⚡

Details of the event :-*

🗓️ DATE : 22nd July,2022
⏰ TIME : 11:30 am
📍 VENUE : National Craft Museum & Hastkala Academy

Instructions for the event:-

1. Wear your NSS T-SHIRT
2. Carry your college I'd card

Join us for an innovative trip down memory lane to wind up the session 2021-22 on a happy and memorable note. Also, admire the rare and finest specimens of traditional Indian handicrafts and handlooms that are preserved in the museum.

Centre of Attraction 🤩: Video Presentation of Session 2021-22 🎞️and visit accompanied by NSS PO and NSS Teacher Coordinators

So, what are you waiting for ?? Join us for the last educational and fun visit ! 🌟

For any queries, contact 📞
Puja Kumari (NSS PRESIDENT) - 8340618091
Mehal Sinha (NSS SECRETARY) - 8210019811

With Best regards
TEAM NSS 🫂

13/07/2022

“Things may end, but memories will last forever.”

Greetings everyone ✨

The National Service Scheme of Sri Aurobindo College, University of Delhi, organised a "Momenta di Vita" scribble day, in which volunteers came dressed in white t-shirts and returned completely scribbled, penned with lovely messages by their team members. It was a fun event that everyone enjoyed.

Thankyou,
Regards🎀
NSS SAC

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