Jeypore,29th Sept 2025: The National Service Scheme (NSS) Bureau of Vikram Dev University, Jaypur, Koraput district, organized a program to commemorate the foundation day of the NSS.
In the event, Vice-Chancellor Professor Devi Prasad Mishra attended as the Chief Guest, while Registrar Mr. Maheshwar Chandra Nayak, Chairman of the Postgraduate Council Dr. Prashanta Kumar Patra, and Dr. Jhansi Singh, Principal of Semiliguda Degree College, participated as honored guests and key speakers. They emphasized the theme “Service is Peace and Liberation,” highlighting that the dedicated work of NSS volunteers plays a vital role in binding society together with unity.
The event began with the annual report and welcome address by Dr. Manoranjan Pradhan, Program Coordinator of the NSS Bureau. The dignitaries on the dais praised the dedicated services provided under the NSS by all affiliated colleges and expressed hope that the Bureau will emerge as a leading force in the state in the coming days.
On this occasion, Dr. Jhansi Singh was honored with a shawl, bouquet, and memento in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the National Service Scheme. Additionally, certificates and mementos were awarded to various winners of competitions held under the program.
A social awareness play performed by NSS volunteers was both entertaining and inspiring, especially promoting drug abuse prevention.
The event was well-organized by Program Officer Mrs. Sukanti Sahu, who also introduced the guests. Mr. Lokesh Pradhan delivered the vote of thanks, and the stage was efficiently anchored by NSS volunteers Siddharth and Monalisa.
Many faculty members and students from the university actively participated in the celebration.