NSS Special Camp on Theme of Youth Empowerment and Environmental Conservation Starts at PU

Chandigarh, January 2, 2025: A special 7 day and night NSS camp started at Panjab University, Chandigarh, today. The NSS camp being organised by NSS PU under the guidance of PU NSS Programme Coordinator, Dr. Parveen Goyal, will conclude on January 8, 2025.

PU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Renu Vig inaugurated the camp in the presence of distinguished guests, including Additional Solicitor General of India, Satyapal Jain, PU Controller of Examinations Prof. Jagat Bhushan,  PU DCDC Prof. Sanjay Kaushik, PU DRDC Prof. Yojna Rawat, PU DSW (Women) Prof. Simrit Kahlon, Prof. Rajat Sandhir, Prof. Ganga Ram, and other faculty and staff members.

In her inaugural address, Prof. Renu Vig motivated the NSS volunteers to give their best in the true spirit of National Service Scheme. She highlighted the crucial role of NSS in personality development of students through community service and fostering a sense of social responsibility. While emphasizing the camp’s theme, “Youth for Digital Literacy and Save Environmental”, she highlighted the importance of small yet impactful initiatives taken in the University, such as implementing an online diary dispatch system for files and use of online delivery, which can contribute significantly to environmental protection and  in other significant aspects also.

Satyapal Jain inspired the students with insights into the environmental values deeply rooted in Indian scriptures, urging them to take proactive steps in preserving nature.

As part of the event, PU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig and Satyapal Jain, along with other dignitaries, also unveiled the New Year Calendar of PU NSS.

The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from NSS Programme Officers Dr. Manjushri, Dr. Anu, Dr. Sonia Bhardwaj, and Dr. Vivek, who actively contributed to the program. Dr. Sonia Sharma introduced the objectives and agenda of the NSS Special Camp, setting the tone for an impactful week ahead.

BRIEF 
Panjab University Chandigarh has notified that 06.01.2025 (Monday) will be observed as a Public Holiday on account of “Sri Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday” in the Panjab University, Campus, all Offices/ Institutions/ Regional Centers/ Rural Centre/ Constituent Colleges located in the state of Punjab and affiliated Colleges of Panjab University, Chandigarh.