Overview
The National Service Scheme (NSS) endeavours to foster positive societal
change, prioritizing education and uplifting the underprivileged, while also
championing environmental conservation and sustainability.
NSS volunteers dedicate themselves to ensuring that those in need
receive support to improve their quality of life and uphold their dignity.
This student-driven program serves as a platform for community service,
responding to societal needs as they arise and facilitating meaningful
engagement between students and society. Through active participation,
volunteers gain valuable communication skills, interact with diverse
communities, and acquire both practical and interpersonal proficiencies.
Led by a team of program officers, over 300 volunteers initiate various
projects throughout the year. At its core, NSS aims to instil values of
patriotism, national unity, camaraderie, social welfare, and communal
harmony among its volunteers, fostering a sense of collective responsibility
towards building a better society.
VISION
“The vision is to build the youth with the mind and spirit to serve the society and work for the social uplift of the down-trodden masses of our nation as a movement.”
MISSION
“The National Service Scheme has been functioning with the motto “NOT ME BUT YOU” in view of making the youth inspired in service of the people and hence NSS Aims Education through Community Service and Community Service through Education.”
Values
The National Service Scheme (NSS) stands as a testament to our fundamental values of compassion, collaboration, and dedication to the welfare of society. Within the framework of NSS, we embrace its principles wholeheartedly, acknowledging the transformative influence that service can have on individuals and communities alike. Through a diverse array of initiatives, we endeavour to nurture a culture of empathy, involvement, and empowerment among our students. In doing so, we not only fulfill our duty to the broader community but also sow the seeds for a future generation deeply committed to social responsibility and positive change.
Program Officer and NSS Co-ordinator
Prof. Vitthal Wagh
Assistant Professor
School NSS Officers
Prof. Nikhilesh Mankar
Assistant Professor,
School of Engineering & Technology
Prof. Kanchan Thakare
Assistant Professor,
School of Architecture
Prof. Payal Pansare
Assistant Professor,
School of Pharmacy
Prof. Renuka Kulkarni
Assistant Professor,
School of Management
Prof Jeeten Adole
Assistant Professor,
School of Hotel Management & Tourism
Studies
Prof. Harshada Pawar
Assistant Professor, School of Design
The five-day NSS Residential Camp organized at Varangwadi, Ambi, from 17th to 21st April 2025, was a powerful experience in service and learning. Students engaged in various impactful activities like cleanliness drives, spiritual sessions, cultural performances, and a health awareness camp for villagers. Each day focused on a new theme—from environmental sustainability to personal discipline and youth responsibility. A trek to Tikona Fort combined physical fitness with a cleanliness campaign, while motivational talks and group reflections encouraged introspection and leadership development. This camp fostered social responsibility and national values among students, allowing them to step out of their comfort zones and connect with real societal needs.
On 14th April 2025, NSS students and faculty honored Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s 134th birth anniversary with floral tributes, cultural programs, and inspiring speeches. The event emphasized his contributions to equality, education, and justice.
On the occasion of Gandhi and Shastri Jayanti, NSS students carried out a cleanliness drive at Talegaon Station, accompanied by street plays and cultural activities promoting cleanliness and patriotism.
To mark Independence Day, NSS volunteers planted over 50 saplings across campus, promoting environmental consciousness and student responsibility towards nature.
From 9th to 13th March 2024, the NSS unit of DY Patil University organized a dynamic residential camp at Awasari Bk village. The camp combined cultural, social, and educational exposure through a series of well-curated activities. Students participated in yoga sessions, cleanliness drives, spiritual talks, and industrial visits. A notable experience included visits to a local school and Bhimashankar Sugar Factory, offering firsthand understanding of rural education and local economy. Students also explored agricultural entrepreneurship at Akash Dairy and engaged in a community visit to a model village. The camp allowed students to immerse themselves in rural development and gain practical insights into India's grassroots realities.
On 22nd March 2024, the NSS unit of DY Patil University, Ambi, observed World Forest Day and World Water Day with great enthusiasm. A special awareness rally was organized to promote the importance of conserving water and protecting our forests. NSS volunteers created impactful posters carrying strong environmental messages and actively participated in spreading awareness among students and locals. The event aimed to inspire sustainable practices and instill environmental responsibility in the youth. It was a successful initiative that combined creativity, action, and purpose to advocate for a greener, cleaner future.
On the occasion of National Voters’ Day, NSS volunteers of DY Patil University, Ambi, performed a powerful skit to spread awareness about the importance of ethical voting. The performance conveyed a strong message—to choose leaders wisely, not to be influenced by money or fake promises. Through this engaging act, students highlighted the value of informed and responsible voting in a democratic society. The initiative aimed to educate and inspire youth to participate actively and ethically in the electoral process.
NSS students attended an insightful session by Admiral R. Hari Kumar at Rajendra Sinhji Institute on "Future Proofing the Indian Navy", promoting national awareness and strategic thinking.
Celebrated on Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam’s birth anniversary, this event featured a motivational talk encouraging students to embrace reading as a lifelong habit for personal growth.
