22/12/2023
NSS SPECIAL CAMP at KCVAS concluded
A seven day NSS special camp of 82 BVSc students (budding Veterinary doctors) with theme " Igniting Youth for National Integrity and Social Services" was held in KCVAS, Amritsar from 12 to 18 December, 2023. It was inaugurated by Dr HK Verma, Principal, KCVAS, Amritsar. He emphasized on the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. A developed nation implies a focus on sustainable growth, improved living standards, and the overall well-being of the population where youth play a significant role & further he stressed on the integral role of NSS activities in instilling essential social values and creating awareness regarding community services amongst youth of the nation. Dr. Manrajdeep Singh, NSS Programme Officer; Dr. Sheikh Uzma, Dr. Harneet Kour, Dr. Palpreet Singh NSS officers, were instrumental in organizing this camp for gaining skills, acquiring leadership qualities, team building, and democratic values among veterinary students. The eminent speakers during the camp were Dr Navdeep Singh, on the role of a balanced diet in promoting overall health and Mr. Kuwar Amritbir Singh, the Push-up man of Punjab was also invited to inspire NSS Volunteers. Dr Natasha Sambyal, Associate Professor, enlightened students about "Human Menace". While Dr S.K. Kotwal, Head, Livestock Products Technology dept. talked about the "Do's and Dont of Rabies". An educational tour to Modern Dairy farm and Feed Factory along with a patriotic tour to Wagah Border and a religious tour to Dera Baba Nanak Gurudwara were also conducted. Further, a cleanliness drive on the campus to promote a cleaner and healthier space in college, where students took initiatives like litter cleanups, waste segregation, and "no to plastic bags on campus". Further, singing, poetry, essay writing, poster-making competitions, painting, sketching, and debate competitions were also held. The camp has Sports Events viz: Volleyball, Kabbadi, Badminton, TT, Skipping, Arm Wrestling, Chess, Tug of war, Kho Kho, Pushups, Badminton and a Cricket match.
Finally, Art, cultural, and literary activities were also demonstrated to the student. NSS students were appreciated and awarded medals and certificates by Dr. Verma, on the last day of camp. Students appreciated the role of NSS teachers & KCVAS for providing them an opportunity to values of life & social set during the camp. So, they have adopted not me but your attitude after the NSS camp upholding the need for selfless service.
