NSS

NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME (NSS)

The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of St. Xavier's College, Burdwan is dedicated to developing the personality and character of students through community service and social work.

ABOUT NSS

NSS is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. The motto of NSS is "Not Me But You" — reflecting the essence of democratic living and upholding the need for selfless service.

NSS UNIT — ST. XAVIER'S COLLEGE, BURDWAN

Unit Number: Contact college office

Teacher-in-Charge: Contact college office

Number of Volunteers: Active volunteers from all departments

OBJECTIVES

Understand the community in which students work

Understand themselves in relation to their community

Identify the needs and problems of the community

Develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility

Utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems

Develop competence required for group living and sharing of responsibilities

Gain skills in mobilizing community participation

Acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes

Develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters

ACTIVITIES

Regular Activities

Community cleanliness drives

Tree plantation programmes

Blood donation camps

Health awareness campaigns

Literacy programmes for underprivileged children

Environmental awareness drives

Special Camp Activities

7-day special camps in adopted villages

Rural development activities

Skill development workshops for rural youth

Health and hygiene awareness

ACHIEVEMENTS

NSS volunteers of St. Xavier's College have participated in district, state, and national level NSS events and have been recognized for their outstanding service.

CONTACT

For NSS-related queries, contact the NSS Teacher-in-Charge through the college office:

Email: college@sxcb.edu.in

Phone: +91 7477516060

OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS

[NSS Organized Activities](/uploads/nss_organized_activities_73ef29884c.pdf)

About

The National Service Scheme (NSS) at St. Xavier’s College, Burdwan is an integral part of the institution’s commitment to holistic education and social responsibility. Sponsored by the Government of India and managed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, NSS was launched in 1969—the birth centenary year of Mahatma Gandhi—with the vision of fostering service-oriented citizens. At St. Xavier’s, the NSS unit plays a crucial role in shaping students’ personalities through voluntary community service, encouraging them to connect with society and contribute meaningfully to its welfare.

Motto

The motto of NSS is "Not Me But You."

At St. Xavier’s College, Burdwan, this guiding principle serves as an inspiration for students to place the needs of others above their own. It reflects the belief that individual growth is closely tied to the well-being of the community. By embracing this philosophy, volunteers cultivate empathy, compassion, and a deep sense of civic duty, embodying the Jesuit spirit of “service for others.”

Objectives

The core objective of NSS, “Education through Service,” aligns perfectly with the college’s mission to produce socially responsible citizens. Through its initiatives, the NSS unit at St. Xavier’s College, Burdwan, provides students with opportunities to grow intellectually, emotionally, and morally by actively engaging in community development. Its objectives include:

Understanding the community: Encouraging students to know the people around them, identify their problems, and address their needs.

Developing social responsibility: Motivating students to participate in solving local and regional challenges.

Acquiring practical skills: Teaching teamwork, leadership, and organizational skills while involving the community.

Cultivating leadership qualities: Preparing students to lead and work democratically in diverse settings.

Practicing national integration: Promoting harmony and unity among people of different cultures and backgrounds.

Responding to emergencies: Training volunteers to extend help during natural disasters, health crises, and other emergencies.