The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a flagship youth-centric program initiated by the Government of India to foster social consciousness, community engagement, and national integration among young people. Established in 1969 under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, NSS operates across the length and breadth of India, involving millions of students in voluntary service activities. By engaging young people in meaningful service activities, NSS not only contributes to the welfare of communities but also nurtures a generation of compassionate and civic-minded citizens dedicated to building a better society. In response to the Kothari Commission's proposal that education be oriented to the social needs by involving students in community service, the NSS has been implemented in colleges and universities throughout India.

There is a dedicated N.S.S. wing at College of Applied Science Adoor. There are 110 volunteers in total between our two National Service Scheme units. After completing the required training, volunteers receive credentials from the university. This certification adds value to further education and serves as a prerequisite for employment in the public sector.

Objectives:

• Aims to inculcate a sense of responsibility towards the community among the youth.
• Emphasizes the holistic development of participants by nurturing qualities like leadership, teamwork, and empathy through practical experiences in service projects.
• Provides a platform for young individuals to contribute meaningfully to societal progress, empowering them to become proactive agents of change.
• Promotes harmony and unity among people from different backgrounds, religions, and cultures, fostering a spirit of national integration.

Major Activities:

• Students’ Palliative Care Unit
• Blood Donation Camp
• Old age home visit
• Free Lunch Distribution at Adoor Govt. Hospital every month
• Sasneham Project
• Programmes to raise awareness against drugs
• Orientation class on “Good Touch, Bad Touch” at Govt. L P School, Adoor
• Initiatives to implement “A PLASTIC FREE CAMPUS”

Our NSS Achievements:

• Best NSS Volunteer 2021-22 – Akshay Kumar K. S (S6 BCA)
• National Camp Participation
• State Level 2nd Prize for Short Film – “Mask”

Key Contacts:

• Programme Officer - Renchu Krishnan (AP in Electronics)
• Programme Officer - Geethu M. S (AP in Computer Science)