NSS

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. It provides opportunity to the student youth at schools, colleges and university level of India to take part in various Government led community service activities and programs. The primary objective of NSS is developing the personality and character of the student youth through voluntary community service. ‘Education through Service’ is the purpose of the NSS.

NSS was launched in 1969 in 37 Universities involving about 40,000 volunteers which has now spread over 657 Universities and 51+2 Councils/Directorates, covering 20,669 Colleges/Technical Institutions and 11,988 Senior Secondary Schools. Since inception, over 7.4 crore students have benefitted from NSS. All the youth volunteers who opt to serve the nation through the NSS led community service wear the NSS badge with pride and a sense of responsibility towards helping needy. The Konark wheel in the NSS badge having 8 bars signifies the 24 hours of the day, reminding the wearer to be ready for the service of the nation round the clock i.e., for 24 hours. Red colour in the badge signifies energy and spirit displayed by the NSS volunteers. The Blue colour signifies the cosmos of which the NSS is a tiny part, ready to contribute its share for the welfare of the mankind.

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 NSS Unit of Madras Medical College under the coordination of the Programme Officer Dr.N.Deattu commenced its activities in 2018 with the important objective of identifying the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving and to develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility. It helps the students to acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes, to develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and practice NATIONAL INTEGRATION and SOCIAL HARMONY.

Awarded one among the Best 5 NSS units in Tamil Nadu by The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University at the 77th Independence Day celebration.

• Awareness Programme on World Population Day: Conducted to spread awareness on population issues.
• Garden Work: Plantation, Cleaning, Landscaping, Watering, Maintenance.
• Participation in Youth Parliament: NSS volunteers took part in Youth Parliament sessions.
• Organ Donation Awareness Programme: Programme to promote awareness on the importance of organ donation.
• NSS Day Celebration: Awareness on ozone layer depletion, environmental protection by avoiding plastic, and creating green spaces through sapling plantations.
• Gaja Cyclone Relief Operations: Packing and distribution of relief materials to cyclone-hit areas in Thanjavur and Pudukkottai districts, including 2000kg of rice worth ₹65,000.
• Republic Day Celebration: National Flag hoisting and commitment to uphold the nation’s honour and integrity.
• Odisha Cyclone Relief Activities: Collection, packaging, and transportation of essential relief materials.
• World “NO TOBACCO” Day Programme: Rally conducted to raise awareness on the harmful effects of tobacco usage.
• Organising Guest Lecture: NSS volunteers organised a lecture on the significance of NDDS and 3D printing technology and its future prospects.
• Blood Donation Camp: Volunteers donated blood as part of a blood donation drive.
• Celebration of International Yoga Day: Competitions conducted to emphasize the importance of Yoga for physical and mental well-being.

• Chief Minister Programme coordination: NSS volunteers actively involved in the coordination of the programme.
• Garden Work: Plantation, Cleaning, Landscaping, Watering, Maintenance.
• TB Tree - TamilNadu 2025: Create awareness on tuberculosis.
• Hospital Day Celebration: Celebrated in remembrance of Dr. Muthulakshmi. NSS volunteers actively participated in organising the event.
• Orientation Programme: Briefed students about NSS and its activities.
• Observance of Swachhta Pakhwara (Fortnight): Stressed the importance of Swachhta. Volunteers took the Swachhta Shapath and participated in cleaning activities.
• Walkathon: Rally organised to observe one-year anniversary of Ayushman Bharat Scheme in Tamil Nadu (PMJAY-CMCHIS).
• NSS Day Celebration: Observed on 24.09.19. Prizes distributed to winners of International Yoga Day competitions by the NSS Programme Officer.
• National Unity Day Celebration: NSS volunteers actively participated in competitions.
• 5th Constitution Day Celebration: Volunteers actively participated in organising the event.
• National Youth Day Celebration: Positive talks conducted to raise awareness and reduce the burden of HIV/AIDS among youth.
• National Voters’ Day Celebration: NSS volunteers participated in competitions and took the Voters’ pledge.
• Republic Day Celebration: Volunteers participated in the March past parade. Dean hoisted the National Flag and delivered the Republic Day address.
• Observance of Martyrs’ Day: Two minutes silence observed and pledge taken to pay homage to Martyrs.
• RRC Training Programme: Orientation on AIDS Awareness and youth empowerment for ending the AIDS epidemic.
• Blood Donation Camp: Held on 19.06.2019 at Madras Medical College for World Blood Donor Day.
• Preparation of Hand Sanitiser: Organised for use in RGGGH and by Greater Chennai Police Force.
• World Environment Day: Saplings planted by NSS volunteers in their native places.
• International Yoga Day Celebration: Importance of Yoga was highlighted as volunteers performed Yoga at home.
• Wall Painting Activity: Awareness created on cleanliness and environmental pollution reduction.

• Inauguration of Raashtriya Swachhta Kendra (RSK): NSS volunteers registered and logged in to witness the inauguration by the Hon’ble Prime Minister.
• Independence Day Celebration: Volunteers participated in the Flag hoisting ceremony and took the Independence Day Pledge.
• NSS Day Celebration (24.09.20): Observed by volunteers with the NSS Volunteers Pledge to mark the day.
• Preparation of Hand Sanitiser: Organised for use in RGGGH, Chennai.
• 150 Years of Celebrating The Mahatma: Volunteers engaged in quiz, tree plantation, speeches, drawings, and displayed Gandhiji’s quotes.
• Fit India Freedom Run: Volunteers participated as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
• Covid-19 Pledge Taking Ceremony: NSS volunteers took the pledge as part of Covid-19 awareness initiatives.
• Bonded Labour Abolition Day: NSS volunteers observed the day and raised awareness.
• Vigilance Awareness Week: Volunteers actively participated in the observance of the week.
• Rashtriya Ekta Diwas: Volunteers took the National Unity Day pledge and participated in slogan writing, essay, and poster competitions.
• National Youth Festival: NSS volunteers participated in essay writing, poetry, and sketching competitions.
• Covid-19 Awareness Campaign: Volunteers took part in mask distribution at RGGGH, Chennai.
• Garden Work: Plantation, Cleaning, Landscaping, Watering, Maintenance.
• Mask Distribution Programme: Volunteers actively distributed masks within the hospital and college campus.
• Republic Day Celebration: NSS volunteers participated in the celebration at Madras Medical College. The Dean hoisted the National Flag and delivered the address. The NSS Programme Officer was honoured with the COVID-Warrior award.

• World No Tobacco Day: Volunteers shared slogans, paintings, and sketches to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco consumption.
• World Environment Day: NSS volunteers participated in slogan writing, essay writing, sketching, and painting activities to highlight environmental importance.
• International Yoga Day: Volunteers performed Yoga in their native places and emphasized its importance.
• Garden Work – Cleaning & Maintenance: Volunteers engaged in cleaning activities, watering, and garden maintenance.
• Independence Day Celebration: NSS volunteers took part in the flag hoisting ceremony and Independence Day Pledge.
• COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Campaign: NSS volunteers conducted a campaign, counselling about 100 people on the importance of COVID-19 vaccination and clearing misconceptions.
• NSS Day Celebration: Celebrated with painting, essay writing, elocution, and quiz competitions. NSS pledge was taken and prizes distributed.
• Blood Donation Camp: Organised at RGGGH on World Pharmacists Day, in collaboration with IPGA and NSS Unit.
• National Unity Day: Competitions like “Connections” and “Meme Creation” held to promote unity. Prizes were distributed by Dr. E. Theranirajan, Dean, MMC.
• National Cancer Awareness Day: Volunteers participated in slogan writing and painting to promote cancer awareness.
• World AIDS Day: NSS volunteers contributed with slogan writing and drawing to spread awareness on AIDS.
• National Pollution Control Day: Activities included slogan writing and drawing focused on pollution control.
• National Energy Conservation Day: Volunteers created slogans and drawings to emphasize energy conservation.
• Articles Presentation: Volunteers submitted articles on:
  • 1. Unsung Freedom Fighters
  • 2. Vision India 2047
  as per the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports guidelines.
• National Girl Child Day: Activities included slogan writing, elocution, painting, and poster-making to empower the girl child.
• Republic Day Celebration: NSS volunteers participated in the celebration. The Dean of MMC hoisted the National Flag and addressed the gathering.

• World No Tobacco Day: Slogans, paintings, sketches, and a quiz competition were conducted to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco.
• Garden Work: Plantation, Cleaning, Landscaping, Watering, Maintenance.
• World Environment Day: Sapling plantation and quiz competition held to mark the importance of the day.
• International Yoga Day: Volunteers performed Yoga and stressed its importance for physical and mental well-being.
• Blood Donation Awareness Programme: Conducted on 14.06.22 to highlight the importance of donating blood.
• Blood Donation Camp: NSS volunteers participated and donated blood.
• World Population Day: Observed on July 11, 2022. Volunteers engaged in slogan writing and drawing activities.
• Awareness on Plastic-Free Environment: Volunteers created collages and drawings to raise awareness about the hazards of plastic usage.
• Independence Day Celebration: Volunteers took part in the celebration, flag hoisting, pledge, and elocution competition.
• Awareness Program on Drug Abuse: Collages and drawings were created, and volunteers also participated in a mini marathon.
• NSS Day Celebration: Celebrated with poster-making, collage, and meme creation competitions. NSS Day pledge was taken and prizes distributed.
• World Heart Day: Volunteers participated in a marathon to emphasize heart health awareness.
• National Unity Day: Poster making, collage, and essay competitions held. Volunteers took the unity pledge.
• National Pharmacy Week Celebrations: Volunteers participated in a rally as part of the 2022 celebrations.
• Cleanliness Awareness Campaign: Conducted in various departments of RGGGH, Chennai to promote cleanliness and hygiene among the public.
• National Girl Child Day: Activities included slogan writing, painting, and poster-making to support girl child empowerment.
• Fire Safety Mock Drill Programme: Volunteers participated in a mock drill at RGGGH and learned evacuation techniques.
• Energy Conservation Awareness Programme: Conducted at RGGGH to encourage responsible energy usage among the public and staff.
• Republic Day Celebration: Volunteers participated in the ceremony; the Dean of MMC hoisted the National Flag and addressed the gathering.
• First Aid Awareness Programme: Volunteers created paintings and drawings highlighting basic first aid procedures for emergencies.
• Dengue and Malaria Awareness Programme: Focused on causes, symptoms, and prevention, encouraging community involvement in disease control.
• Awareness Programme on Mask Usage: About 15,000 masks were distributed. Placards and posters were used to spread awareness on proper mask use and its community benefits.
• AIDS Awareness Programme: Activities included lectures, slogan writing, drawings, and paintings on HIV transmission and prevention.