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    Policy and NSS

    Policy and NSS

    Our institution follows student-centric policies that promote academic excellence, discipline, and holistic development. Through the National Service Scheme (NSS), students are encouraged to engage in community service, fostering social responsibility, leadership, and active citizenship.

    NSS | School of Arts & Science | VMRF Chennai

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship Policy 2020

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    National Service Scheme - SAS

    Building character through community service since 2017

    The National Service Scheme of School of Arts and Science was started in 2017 with 40 volunteers. It has been nurtured by successive Chancellors, Directors and Heads of the Departments. The NSS Cell of School of Arts and Science has worked particularly for leadership development in student volunteers, both male and female. At present, the NSS Cell has 100 student volunteers.

    The services rendered by National Service Scheme include Health, Sanitation, Education (formal and non-formal), Legal Aid, Veterinary, and Physical services. Regular activities and Special camping programmes are the highlights of our NSS activities.

    NSS AT SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCE (SAS)

    The NSS Unit of the School of Arts & Science (SAS) was commissioned in the year 2017. The activities of the SAS - NSS Unit primarily focus on:

    • Community Development Services
    • Social Service Activities
    • Environmental Awareness Programmes
    • Health and Hygiene Awareness Programmes
    • Technology Transfer and Digital Literacy Programmes

    The NSS Unit functions as per the guidelines of the Government of India for conducting Regular Activities and Special Camping Programmes.

    Since 2017 ~50 enrollments per year 100+ students benefit annually

    Around 50 students enroll every year and 100 students benefit through leadership training and community engagement.

    National Service Scheme (NSS)

    The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India, launched in 1969 under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The programme was introduced during the birth centenary year of Mahatma Gandhi, whose ideals continue to guide the ideological foundation of NSS.

    The scheme aims to develop the personality, character, leadership qualities, and social responsibility of student youth through voluntary community service.

    Motto: “NOT ME, BUT YOU”

    Vision

    To build a socially responsible, disciplined, and service-oriented youth community committed to national development and social harmony.

    Mission

    • To inculcate social responsibility among students
    • To promote volunteerism and community engagement
    • To strengthen youth–community partnership
    • To create awareness on social and environmental issues
    • To encourage leadership and citizenship

    NSS Activities at SAS

    Regular Activities:

    • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
    • Tree plantation
    • Blood donation camps
    • Health awareness programmes
    • Road safety awareness
    • Digital literacy
    • Voter awareness campaigns

    Special Camping Programme (7 Days):

    • Village adoption
    • Health and sanitation awareness
    • Government scheme awareness
    • Education support
    • Plastic-free initiatives
    • Community surveys

    NSS Symbol Meaning

    The NSS symbol is based on the "Rath Wheel" of the Konark Sun Temple of Orissa. The giant wheel portrays the cycles of creation, preservation and release, and signifies the movement in life across time and space. The wheel signifies the progressive cycle of life and stands for dynamism and the progressive outlook of youth.

    Our NSS Team

    S.NoNameDesignationPosition
    1Dr. Christianna SinghDirector, School of Arts and ScienceChairperson
    NSS - National Service Scheme
    2R. LeninAssistant Professor, CommerceProgram Officer
    3R. Karthick SwaminathanAssistant Professor, MathematicsProgram Officer
    4R. RanjithIII B.A. EnglishStudent Member
    5P. AngelineIII B.Sc. PhysicsStudent Member
    6S. SangeethapriyaIII B.Sc. ChemistryStudent Member
    7S. ArunkumarIII B.A. TamilStudent Member

    📅 Academic Events (2024-2025) (June 2024 – May 2025)

    S.NoTitle of the EventEvent TypeModeResource PersonDateHighlights
    1World Environment Day ProgramOutreachOffline—05.06.2024Protecting nature and conserving natural resources
    2Jambu Dweep Prakadanam Day 2024OutreachOnline—16.06.2024Remembrance of Great Maruthu Brothers
    3International Yoga Day -2024OutreachOfflineDr. V. Irai Anbu IAS21.06.2024Yoga for physical, mental & spiritual well-being
    4Medical Camp (Founders Day)OutreachOfflineMrs. Y. Valarmathi11.07.2024Healthcare services to underserved communities
    578th Independence Day CelebrationOutreachOffline—15.08.2024Honoring freedom fighters & national unity
    6National Space Day - 2024OutreachOffline—28.08.2024India's space achievements
    7Ganesh Chaturthi CelebrationOutreachOffline—06.09.2024Cultural unity & devotion
    8Swachhata Pakhwada 2024OutreachOffline—13.09.2024Cleanliness & hygiene awareness
    9Swachhata Hi Seva CampaignOutreachOffline—26.09.2024Importance of clean environment
    10Mega Cleanliness DriveOutreachOffline—01.10.2024Addressing waste areas
    11Road Safety Awareness RallyOutreachOfflineMr. Rayappan22.10.2024Traffic rules & accident prevention
    12Vigilance Awareness PledgeOutreachOffline—29.10.2024Integrity & anti-corruption
    13Hospital Volunteering ServicesOutreachOffline—30.10.2024Support to healthcare professionals
    14Voter Awareness CompetitionCompetitionOfflineThasildar15.10.2024Responsible voting awareness
    15National Youth Day MarathonOutreachOfflineDr. Anuradha12.01.2025Youth fitness & nation-building
    1676th Republic Day CelebrationOutreachOffline—26.01.2025Constitution & democratic values
    17Yaanai ThiruvizhaOutreachOfflineDr. K Ponmudy07-08.02.2025Elephant safety & conservation
    18Clean Water & SanitationOutreachOffline—12.02.2025Safe drinking water & hygiene

    📅 Academic Events (2025-2026) (June 2025 – Present)

    S.NoTitle of the EventEvent TypeModeDateHighlights
    1Yoga day rallyOutreachOffline17.06.2025Physical fitness, mental peace & discipline
    2Yoga competitionOutreachOffline19.06.2025Flexibility, balance & concentration
    311th International Yoga dayOutreachOffline21.06.2025Physical & mental well-being through yoga
    4Yoga dayOutreachOffline19.07.2025Spreading yoga awareness
    5Tree sapling plantation - PaiyanoorOutreachOffline21.08.2025Greener future & climate action
    6Environmental health day & Ayurveda dayOutreachOffline27.09.2025Healthy environment & natural living
    7Kaval udhavi installationOutreachOffline19.11.2025Public safety & community protection
    8Cyber security awareness NCSAMOutreachOffline20.11.2025Safe online practices
    9Gender based violence awarenessOutreachOffline09.12.2025Equality, rights & safety
    10Pariksha Pe Charcha PPC 2025OutreachOffline11.12.2025Exam stress management with PM
    11Stray dog bite preventionOutreachOffline12.12.2025Animal safety & precautions
    12National mental health surveyOutreachOffline12.12.2025Student mental health insights
    13Electoral literacy club awarenessOutreachOffline16.12.2025Voter registration & democracy
    14Swachh Bharat AbhiyanOutreachOffline23.12.2025Sanitation & waste management
    15Bal vivah mukt bharatOutreachOffline24.12.2025Ending child marriage
    16Veer Bal DiwasOutreachOffline26.12.2025Honoring young heroes
    17Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas)OutreachOffline26.12.2025Indian Constitution awareness
    18Gram Sabha ParticipationOutreachOffline26.01.2026Local governance involvement
    1977th Republic DayOutreachOffline26.01.2026Democratic values celebration
    20Veterans India Patriotic RunOutreachOffline26.01.2026Honoring armed forces veterans
    21Digital Crop Survey ProgrammeOutreachOffline25-27.01.2026Tech-based agriculture data
    22Walkathon on SwachhataOutreachOffline23.01.2026Environmental awareness
    23National Voter's DayOutreachOffline23.01.2026Voter pledge & participation
    24Nasha Mukt Bharat AbhiyaanOutreachOffline20.01.2026Drug-free society awareness
    25Campus Calling - POSH & Gender SensitivityWorkshopOffline19.01.2026Women empowerment & cyber safety
    26National AI Literacy - YUVA AI for AllOutreachOffline12.01.2026AI skills & digital future

    📄 NSS Reports & Activity Archives (Complete)

    S.NoDateEvent / Report TitleDownload
    122.02.2024Special NSS Camp 2023-2024PDF
    215.01.202475th Republic Day CelebrationPDF
    301.12.2023World AIDS Day PledgePDF
    418.11.2023Clean Campus CampaignPDF
    511.10.2023Importance of VotingPDF
    602.10.2023Saramdaan for SwachhataPDF
    719.09.2023Tree Sapling PlantationPDF
    815.09.2023Social Justice Day PledgePDF
    912.09.2023Survey of Youth Not in Formal EducationPDF
    1028.08.2023Drawing CompetitionPDF
    1126.08.2023Drug Free India - Walk for a CausePDF
    1225.08.2023General Medical CampPDF
    1323.08.2023Onam CelebrationPDF
    1415.08.2023Independence Day CelebrationPDF
    1511.08.2023Drug Awareness Day PledgePDF
    1610.08.2023Service Camp (Orphanage)PDF
    1731.07.2023Meri Mati Mera DeshPDF
    1826.06.2023International Day Against Drug AbusePDF
    1914.06.2023World Blood Donor Day PledgePDF
    2009.06.2023Beat Plastic PollutionPDF
    2113.04.2023Equality Day PledgePDF
    2213.03.2023Kabasura Kudineer CampPDF
    2316.12.2022Sexual Harassment at WorkplacePDF
    2405.12.2022Meditation and Mental HealthPDF
    2518.08.2022Sadbhavana Diwas PledgePDF
    2611.08.2022Raksha Bandhan FestivalPDF
    2711.08.2022Pledge Against Drug AbusePDF
    2805.08.2022Har Ghar Tiranga ProgramPDF
    2921.06.20228th International Yoga DayPDF
    3025.04-01.05.2022NSS Special CampPDF
    3122.04.2022Yoga Day for FacultyPDF
    3220.04.2022Yoga Day for StudentsPDF
    3305.07.2021Swachhata Pakhwada PledgePDF
    3410.08.2021Tree Plantation ProgramPDF
    3515.08.2021Independence Day ProgramPDF
    3601.09.2021Sadbhavana Diwas PledgePDF
    3724.09.2021NSS Day CelebrationPDF
    3831.10.2021Rashtriya Ekta Diwas PledgePDF
    3901.12.2021World AIDS Day ProgramPDF

    * Complete NSS reports archive from 2021 to 2024.

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