NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME

Mrs. S. Suchitra
Program Officer
M.Sc Nursing, PhD Scholar
Narayana college of Nursing

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a community service program launched by the Government of India to develop the personality and social responsibility of students through voluntary community service. At Narayana College of Nursing, the NSS unit plays an active role in promoting social welfare, health awareness, and community development activities, encouraging students to contribute towards the betterment of society while enhancing their leadership and organizational skills.
Aims of NSS
• To develop a sense of social responsibility among students.
• To encourage students to actively participate in community service.
• To promote awareness on social, health, and environmental issues.
• To foster leadership qualities and teamwork among students.
• To bridge the gap between the campus and the community.
Motto
The NSS motto is “Not Me, But You,” symbolizing the essence of democratic living and the necessity of selfless service. This motto aligns with the nursing profession's core values, emphasizing the role of nurses as compassionate caregivers dedicated to the well-being of others.
Activities of NSS at Narayana College of Nursing
• Organizing health awareness rallies and camps.
• Conducting blood donation drives.
• Observing national and international health days.
• Participating in cleanliness drives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan).
• Organizing seminars, workshops, and outreach programs.
• Promoting literacy, hygiene, and environmental sustainability in nearby communities.
Objectives of NSS
1. To understand the community in which the students work.
2. To identify the needs and problems of the community and involve students in problem-solving.
3. To develop a sense of social responsibility among students.
4. To utilize students’ knowledge and skills in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems.
5. To develop competence required for group-living and sharing responsibilities.
6. To acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes.
7. To practice national integration and social harmony.
8. To develop the capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters.
9. To encourage students to actively participate in community service and nation-building activities.