National Service Scheme
National Service Scheme (NSS) has grown over the years and it is implemented today with an involvement of more than 2.6 million volunteers spread over in 200 Universities, Polytechnics and +2 Systems. The efforts of NSS volunteers have been widely acclaimed by the community, universities, colleges and general public as the NSS volunteers have been rendering selfless service to the community.
Motto
"Not Me But You"
The Motto of NSS "Not Me But You", reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for self-less service. NSS helps the students develop appreciation to other person's point of view and also show consideration to other living beings. The philosophy of the NSS is well doctrined in the belief that the welfare of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society as a whole and therefore, the NSS volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society.
The symbol comprises wheel that portrays the cycle which is never ending and takes start at any moment of time in the life. The symbol stands for continuity as well as change and implies the continuous striving of NSS for social change. The eight bars in the wheel represent the 24 hours of a day. The red colour indicates that the volunteer is full of young blood that is lively, active, energetic and full of high spirit. The navy blue colour indicates the cosmos of which the NSS is however a tiny part, it is ready to contribute its share for the welfare of the mankind.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF NSS
The main objectives of National Service Scheme (NSS) include understanding the community in which we work, understand ourselves in relation to their community, to identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving, to develop a sense of social and civic responsibility among ourselves, to utilise our knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems, to develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities, to gain skills in mobilising community participation, to acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes, to develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and to practise national integration and social harmony.
NSS Annual Reports