11/05/2026
One-Day NSS Camp on To***co Awareness
Theme: “Stop To***co Before It Stops You”
Date: 11th May 2026
Venue: Bharathi Sabhagar, Dept. of AIHC and Archaeology, Banaras Hindu University
Organized by: NSS Unit 002C, BHU
Leadership: Dr. Priyanka Singh, Programme Officer
A one-day NSS camp was organized by the NSS Unit 002C of Banaras Hindu University focusing on the critical issue of to***co consumption. The program aimed to sensitize volunteers and students about the physical, social, and economic hazards of to***co use.
The session commenced with an Awareness Lecture by Dr. Priyanka Singh. She highlighted the alarming rise of to***co addiction among the youth and urged the volunteers to act as ambassadors for a to***co-free campus.
The event featured J. A. Mollah (Assam State NSS Awardee) as the keynote speaker. Delivering an impactful speech on the theme, he shared two powerful messages that resonated deeply with the audience:
*"A cigarette may last a few minutes, but the damage can last a lifetime."*
*"A healthy nation begins with healthy habits."*
Beyond the health warnings, Mr. Mollah motivated the volunteers by discussing the various benefits and opportunities within the NSS framework, encouraging them to pursue social service with dedication and leadership.
Volunteers’ Participation
The academic and practical aspects of the camp were further enriched by:
Scholarly Insights: A PhD Scholar from the Department of AIHC addressed the volunteers, connecting social health with community responsibility.
Student Voices: Several NSS volunteers took to the podium to deliver speeches on to***co awareness, showcasing their research and passion for the cause.
Valedictory & Experience Sharing
As this camp marked the final one-day session for the 2024-26 batch, the atmosphere turned reflective and emotional during the "Experience Sharing" segment.
Ratnamala Tiwari captivated the audience with a self-composed poem and shared her transformative journey through NSS over.........