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SEVEN DAYS NSS CAMP MARCH 2026
Posted on 24/03/2026
Seven-Day NSS Camp Concludes at GNC
The Seven-Day Camp Played an Incomparable Role in the Holistic Development of Volunteers – Dr. Jeetram Sharma
The grand conclusion of the seven-day special camp, held under the chairmanship of Principal Dr. Shatrujeet Singh and the expert coordination of Dr. Jeetram Sharma—In-charge of the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell—took place at Government National College (GNC), Sirsa. The college's Public Relations Officer, Professor Ramesh Soni, stated that this seven-day camp proved to be a milestone in refining the multifaceted talents of the volunteers and fostering their holistic development. Throughout the camp, volunteers actively participated in diverse programs related to digital literacy, environmental conservation, sanitation, health awareness, community service, literature, art, and culture, thereby adding new dimensions to their talents and capabilities.
**Day One** – The camp was inaugurated with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp at the hands of Dr. Sunil Kumar, Registrar of Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa. On the first day, the volunteers cleaned the campsite and organized a rally to spread the message of "Sanitation is Service" (*Swachhata Hi Seva*).
**Day Two** – On the second day, Dr. Vikramjeet Singh delivered a message to the volunteers emphasizing the values of service and sacrifice. The volunteers conducted a cleanliness drive in the area adjacent to the college. They raised awareness among the villagers regarding the segregation of solid and liquid waste, the proper use of toilets, and the importance of refraining from littering in open spaces. Additionally, they carried out cleanliness drives at various public places within the village.
**Day Three** – Guidance by Chief Guest Dr. Archana Agarwal; Tree Plantation and Waste Management Activities
On the third day, the camp's Chief Guest was Dr. Archana Agarwal, Senior Medical Officer at the District Civil Hospital, Sirsa. Sharing her experiences from the medical field, she inspired the volunteers to dedicate themselves to selfless service. The Special Guest, social worker Ranjit Singh Takkar, called upon the youth to actively engage with social causes. The proceedings on the dais were anchored by Dr. Indra Jakhar.
On this day, the volunteers conducted a tree plantation drive within the college campus, planting over 50 saplings. Furthermore, a workshop on waste management was organized, during which the participants learned the techniques for segregating wet and dry waste. Day 4 – Health Check-up Camp and Drug De-addiction Awareness
On the fourth day, a free health check-up camp was organized at the college, where a team of doctors examined the health of students and residents from the surrounding areas. Additionally, a lecture on drug de-addiction was held to educate the youth about the adverse effects of substance abuse.
Day 5 – Legal Awareness and Women's Empowerment
On the fifth day, a legal awareness camp was organized in collaboration with the District Legal Services Authority. Volunteers performed street plays (Nukkad Nataks) focusing on the 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' (Save the Daughter, Educate the Daughter) campaign and women's empowerment.
Day 6 – Yoga and Environmental Conservation
On the morning of the sixth day, a yoga session was held, during which volunteers practiced Pranayama and various yoga asanas. Later, as part of a 'Plastic-Free Campaign,' single-use plastics were collected from the college campus and surrounding areas and subsequently disposed of.
Day 7 – Closing Ceremony
The closing ceremony of the camp was held on the final day. The Chief Guest for the occasion was Prof. Vijay Kumar, Vice-Chancellor of Ch. Devi Lal University, Sirsa. While commending the volunteers, he remarked that NSS camps provide the youth with an opportunity to contribute to nation-building. The program was presided over by the Principal, Dr. Shatrujeet Singh, who welcomed all the guests and presented an overview of the camp's activities.
NSS Coordinator Dr. Jeetram Sharma expressed his gratitude to the Program Officers—Dr. Indra Jakhar, Dr. Bablesh Jhorad, Prof. Ramesh Soni, Dr. Bharti Sharma, and Dr. Ashok Kumar—as well as to Karamvir Kaushik and the volunteers, for the successful conduct of the camp. Certificates were distributed to the volunteers who had actively contributed to the ceremony.
College faculty members, staff members, and a large number of NSS volunteers were present on this occasion. Camp Coordinator Dr. Jeetram Sharma stated that the primary objective of this camp was to cultivate a spirit of social service among the students and to connect them with national values.
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