DOIMUKH, 3 Sep: An 'induction-cum-orientation programme' for NSS volunteers for the academic session 2026-2027 was organised on Thursday by the NSS unit of Government College Doimukh (GCD).

The programme saw the participation of 200 NSS volunteers and faculty members.

GCD Geography HoD Dr Anil Kumar spoke on the core concept of the NSS, rooted in the Gandhian ideal of education through service, which aims to develop students' personality and civic responsibility through voluntary community service. He underscored instilling social and civic responsibility among young minds.

GCD Principal Dr Taw Azu highlighted on the motto of the NSS, prioritising the needs of the community over selfish interests, and "the importance of NSS volunteers connecting the campus with community,and knowledge with action."

NSS Programme Officer Dr Dakli Lombi urged the volunteers to orient themselves with the socioeconomic realities of the community and seek solutions to solve them.

The NSS pledge was administered to the volunteers by NSS Programme Officer Dr Eva Dupak. (DIPR)