National Service Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. Its primary objective is to develop the personality and character of student youth through voluntary community service. The program fosters a sense of social responsibility and civic engagement among young individuals.
The unit (no:52) of Union Christian College, Aluva is highly active and enthusiastic in carrying out various initiatives. These include activities related to environmental conservation, maintaining clean surroundings, organizing blood donation and medical camps, conducting seminars, awareness sessions, and other socially relevant programs. Through these efforts, the volunteers develop essential qualities such as teamwork, cooperation, patience, leadership, communication skills, and a sense of responsibility.
NSS BADGE
The NSS symbol is embossed on the NSS badge. The NSS volunteers wear it while undertaking any programme of community service. The Konark wheel in the symbol has eight bars which represent the 24 hours of the day. The Red colour in the badge indicates that the NSS volunteers are full of blood. i.e. lively, active energetic and full of high spirit. The Navy Blue colour indicates the cosmos of which the NSS is a tiny part, ready to contribute its share for the welfare of mankind.
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. development!
NSS DAY
NSS was formally launched on 24th September, 1969, the birth centenary year of the Father of the Nation. 24 September is celebrated every year as NSS Day with appropriate 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.
How To Join NSS
To become a part of the unit, students must undergo a selection process that includes three main stages: filling out an application form, submitting an essay (on a topic that will be announced later), and attending an interview. This process is designed to identify students who are genuinely passionate about contributing to the entity’s mission.
Once the academic year begins, the Executive Committee, which is responsible for overseeing the selection process, releases notifications and instructions through various platforms. Interested students must collect the application form, complete it along with the essay, and submit both to the committee by the given deadline.
After the submission phase, applicants are called for an interview. This is an opportunity for the committee to assess the candidate’s passion, interest, and commitment to the unit’s goals. During the selection period, the committee may also invite applicants to participate in events organized by the club. This participation, however, is optional and based on the committee’s discretion.
After completing all three stages of the selection process, the committee publishes the enrollment list. Please note that the list may undergo revisions before the final version is released. Only the names appearing on the final list will be considered selected. The total number of volunteers admitted to the unit is limited to 100.
Dr. Anumol Jose
Asst. Prof., Dept. of Botany
Dr. Dhanush B. Danes
Asst. Prof., Dept. of Zoology
