The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. The scheme was launched in Mahatma Gandhi's Centenary year in 1969. It is a voluntary association that allows youth across educational institutions to participate in government-led community service activities and programs. The central aim of the NSS is to provide hands-on experience to young students in delivering community service.
With its strong commitment to the NSS motto ‘Not Me, But You’, the NSS unit of Jesus and Mary College (NSS-JMC) strives to instill among its student volunteers the value of democratic living, equality of opportunity, and selfless service towards those from disadvantaged communities. NSS-JMC aims to develop in its volunteers a sense of social and civic responsibility among students, fostering a spirit of social justice and community service. By promoting active citizenship and community engagement, the society strives to create empathetic, socially aware leaders committed to making a positive impact in the world.
In keeping with NSS Rules, NSS-JMC volunteers must complete 120 hours of work in their first year of NSS to be eligible to continue as volunteers in the next year. All NSS volunteers who serve NSS for at least 2 years and complete 240 hours of work are entitled to a certificate from the Vice-Chancellor and the Programme Coordinator, University of Delhi.
The NSS unit of Jesus and Mary College undertook a wide spectrum of activities during the academic year 2024–25 to instill civic responsibility, social awareness, and environmental consciousness among students. Observing significant national and international days such as World Heart Day, International Peace Day, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mental Health Day, Constitution Day, Republic Day, Road Safety Month, World Cancer Day, International Women’s Day, and World Autism Awareness Month, the unit organized events including cleanliness drives, pledge-taking ceremonies, awareness rallies, speaker sessions, quizzes, creative competitions, and documentary screenings. A major highlight was the Swachhata Hi Sewa campaign, which saw volunteers actively participating in cleanliness drives across college premises and public spaces like Central Park, Connaught Place.
This year, NSS JMC volunteers also played a crucial role in the Khelo India Para Games, assisting athletes with disabilities as part of the national effort to promote inclusivity in sports. Volunteers were entrusted with duties such as ensuring accessible spaces, guiding participants, managing logistics, and taking care of food and other requirements—an experience that fostered empathy, responsibility, and hands-on community service.
The year was marked by vibrant participation in flagship events such as SPARSH – the annual NSS mela, and national-level engagements including the Pre-Republic Day Parade Camp, National Integration Camps (Jammu and Bengaluru), and the Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament. A symbolic Padyatra on Constitution Day, from Rashtrapati Bhavan to India Gate, was also undertaken by NSS JMC volunteers alongside Delhi University peers, reinforcing the spirit of civic awareness and democratic pride.
NSS 2024-25 session marked the first time NSS JMC adopted a village, initiating a sustained outreach effort where volunteers conducted stationery and sanitary napkin donation drives, held menstrual health sessions, performed Nukkad Nataks on consumer rights, and celebrated Republic Day with children through storytelling and drawing sessions.
Sustainability remained a key focus through initiatives like eco-brick making, best-out-of-waste workshops, the Green Initiative, and a large-scale Mega Recycling Drive in partnership with NGOs. Campaigns promoting inclusivity and empowerment, such as those held for International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Safer Internet Day, and World Autism Awareness Month, further reflected NSS JMC’s mission of fostering holistic development, inclusivity, and socially conscious leadership.
NSS-JMC continues to make significant strides in fostering a spirit of volunteerism and community service through its diverse initiatives. We hope to carry forward our mission of contributing to the betterment of the local communities while at the same time enriching the life experience of our student volunteers.
Convenor/ Programme Officer
Ms. Betina Abraham
The 2024–25 session marked a year of impactful service, active participation, and new beginnings. From adopting Vivekananda Basti for the first time, to winning awards in national camps and competitions, NSS JMC volunteers led campaigns on health, environment, and civic engagement from September to June. With over 100+ activities and wide community outreach, the year stood true to the NSS motto — Not Me, But You.
Annual Report 2024-2025
