The National Service Scheme (NSS)

The National Service Scheme (NSS)

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. It was introduced in 1969 with the primary objective of developing the personality and character of the student youth through voluntary community service. Education through Service’ is the main purpose of this scheme. It is one of the largest youth voluntary programmes in the world, with millions of student volunteers participating across the country. The ideals of Mahatma Gandhi inspired the ideological orientation of the NSS. The motto of NSS is "Not Me But You," emphasizing the spirit of selfless service and collective responsibility towards society. An NSS volunteer places the ‘community’ before ‘self’.

Objectives: As per the Manual the broad objectives of NSS are:

  1. understand the community in which they work;
  2. understand themselves in relation to their community;
  3. identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving process;
  4. develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility;
  5. utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems;
  6. develop competence required for group living and sharing of responsibilities;
  7. gain skills in mobilizing community participation;
  8. acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitude;
  9. develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and
  10. practice national integration and social harmony.

About the Unit of the College :

Mahitosh Nandy Mahavidyalaya is located in a rural area with limited infrastructure. Currently, the college has only one NSS unit under the University of Calcutta, with 100 students enrolled in the unit. The unit has been approved by the university and started in the session 2010-201.

Vision :

To empower students to become active citizens and compassionate leaders; foster a culture of community service, social responsibility and holistic development.

Mission :

Our mission is to engage students in meaningful community service, promote social awareness and develop leadership skills; thereby creating a positive impact on society and inspiring a lifelong commitment to service and civic responsibility.

NSS Programme Officer :

  1. Sri Bikash Naskar

NSS Sub-Committee (2024-2025):

  1. Principal (Ex-Officio Chairman)
  2. Sri Bikash Naskar (P.O - Member-Secretary)
  3. Mr. Indranil Mohanta (C.I. Jangipara BDO)
  4. Sri Soumya Kanti Bhattacharya (Teaching Staff)
  5. Dr. Tajammul Haque (Teaching Staff)
  6. Sri Ranjan shee (N.T.S)
  7. Mr. Bablu Charan Murmu (Member, Adopted Village)
  8. Gopal Chandra Das (NSS Student Leader)
  9. Musrat Molla (NSS Student Leader)
  10. Dr. Pallab Kumar De (Social Worker)
  11. Dr. Pravash Das (Social Worker)

Recent Activities:

  1. 39th National Eye Fortnight Observation on 04.09.24
  2. Swachhta Hi Seva Activity on 25.09.24
  3. Swachh Bharat Diwas Observation on 02.10.24
  4. Thalassemia Screening Camp on 02.12.24
  5. HIV&AIDS Awareness Rally on 24.12.24

To Join the Unit:

Say Hi through a call/WhatsApp at 9734819872 or 6296402135