MU hosts NSS Orientation Programme
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, February 08 2025: The National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of Manipur University organised a 1-Day NSS Orientation Programme today at the Court Hall, as part of the Swachhata (Cleanliness) Programme.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by dignitaries, including Prof N Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Manipur University; Nakul Chandra Deori, Senior Youth Officer, NSS NER, Guwahati, Assam; L Marjitkumar Singh, State Director, NYKS, Manipur; and Dr Laishram Santosh Singh, Programme Coordinator, NSS Cell, Manipur University.

According to a release issued by NSS Cell Manipur University, the programme commenced with the lighting of the traditional lamp followed by the NSS song.

Delivering the welcome address, Dr Laishram Santosh Singh highlighted the importance of the event in promoting NSS activities and fostering collaboration among NSS Programme Officers.

He also emphasized the significance of the Swachhata Programme, focusing on cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene, as essential for a healthy life and environment.

Nakul Chandra Deori delivered a key address on the role of NSS in educational institutions, stressing the importance of integrating NSS activities across schools, colleges, and universities to cultivate responsibility and service in students.

L Marjitkumar Singh discussed the partnership between NYKS and NSS, introducing the MyBharat Portal and the need for NSS volunteers and officers to register on the platform.

enhancing their alignment with national youth programs.

Prof N Lokendra Singh spoke on the transformative power of NSS in shaping students' personalities through community service.

He emphasized NSS as a core curricular activity in higher education and encouraged the establishment of NSS units in more colleges, including private institutions, to maximize the benefits for students.

In the first technical session, Nakul Chandra Deori presented the "Basic Design and Programme Structure of NSS", offering a comprehensive understanding of the NSS framework.

Prof A Rajmani Singha, former NSS Programme Coordinator and Director of IQ AC, Manipur University, also conducted a session on "Life Skills", underscoring their importance in personal and professional development.

In the final session, Prof Ch Ibohal Singh, former NSS Programme Coordinator and Head of Library and Information Science, elaborated on "Empowering Students and Youth: The NSS Way".

He discussed how NSS nurtures leadership, teamwork, and a spirit of service in youth.

The day concluded with a valedictory ceremony, where certificates were awarded to the successful participants, recognizing their active involvement and commitment to the NSS mission.

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