Extra Curricular Activities

National Service Scheme (NSS)

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. It provides students at school, college, and university levels with opportunities to participate in community service and gain practical experience through service-oriented activities.

The NSS was introduced in 1969 with the objective of developing a sense of social responsibility among young people through active participation in community service.

Motto

"Not Me But You"

The NSS motto reflects the spirit of selfless service and the importance of considering the welfare of society alongside individual interests. Through NSS activities, students learn to understand different perspectives, work with communities, and contribute to the well-being of society.

NSS Unit at Tunga Mahavidyalaya

  • Established at the college in 1970-71
  • Two NSS units currently active, with 200 volunteers
  • More than 35 annual village camps conducted so far
  • Volunteers have represented the college at State and National Republic Day Parades
  • Community initiatives include rural sanitation, women's empowerment, construction of water closets, afforestation, awareness of government welfare schemes, documentation assistance, and blood donation

Major Activities

  • Environmental conservation and enrichment
  • Education and recreation
  • Coordination with voluntary organisations
  • Blood donation
  • Shramdaan
  • Plantation programmes
  • Immunisation programmes

NSS Symbol

NSS symbol — the Rath Wheel of the Konark Sun Temple

The NSS symbol is based on the Rath Wheel of the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha. The wheel represents the cycle of creation, preservation, and release, symbolising continuity and change and the NSS commitment to social transformation. The eight bars of the wheel represent the twenty-four hours of a day. Red represents the energy, vitality, and enthusiasm of young volunteers, while navy blue represents the cosmos and the volunteer's contribution to the welfare of humanity.

National Cadet Corps (NCC)

Aims and Objectives of NCC

To develop qualities of character, courage, commandership, Discipline, Leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and sportsmanship and ideal of self-less series among the youth to make them useful citizens.

To create a human resources organized trained and motivated youth, to provide leadership in all walks of his life, including in armed forces and always available for the services of the Nation.

Motto

The motto of National Cadet Corps is

Unity and discipline

To create suitable environment to motivate the youth to take up a both career in the armed forces.

  • To enable youths of India both boys and girls to serve the Nation through NCC.
  • To join defenses services, and motivate youths to participate in social service activities.
  • To involve themselves in protection and development of the nature and Environment.
  • To participation in camps and their by learn the multiple culture of India.
  • To encourage to youths to work as volunteers during the time of war and National calamities.
  • To be active in adventure activities to take up B&C certificate examination and their by gain eligibility to join defenses services through NCC.
  • To develop patriotism and thereby to become good criticism of the Nation.
  • To learn and follow fundamentals duties and Responsibility to understand the defenses organization and is structure.
  • To create a force of disciplined and trained manpower which in a national emergency and be of assistance to the country.
  • To Provide training for cadets with a view to developing in them officer like qualities thus also enabling them to obtain commission in the armed forces

NCC Activities

Rangers and Rovers

The Rangers and Rovers units at Tunga Mahavidyalaya are part of Bharat Scouts and Guides at the college level — Rangers for young women, Rovers for young men — building discipline, community service, outdoor skills, and leadership among student volunteers. The Tunga Rangers Unit conducts training camps, service activities, and outdoor programmes through the academic year, alongside participation in state and national scouting events.

Unit Activities

  • 2021-22 — Visit by the District Scouts and Guides Office, Shivamogga
  • Inauguration of the Rovers and Rangers units at the college
  • Orientation and inaugural programme for participating students
  • Rangers took part in the International Jamboree, Moodabidri
  • 2023-24 — Pravesh certificates issued to Rovers and Rangers
  • College-level "Food Without Fire" competition
  • 2025-26 — Trekking expedition to Kundadri Hills, Tunga Rangers and Rovers batch

Red Ribbon Club

The Red Ribbon Club is a voluntary on-campus intervention programme designed to harness the energy of youth in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The club focuses on educating students about risk reduction and the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Through seminars, rallies, and interactive sessions, it works to eliminate the social stigma associated with the disease.

Vision

To create a socially conscious and healthy youth community that is well-informed and proactive in preventing HIV/AIDS — a society where every student acts as an ambassador of health and empathy, ensuring a life of dignity for all, working toward zero new infections through accurate knowledge and responsible attitudes.

Mission

To inspire students to become peer educators and community leaders in health awareness, and to foster a non-judgemental environment that promotes behavioural change for a safe and healthy future.

Coordinator's Message

"Youth are the most powerful agents of change, and the Red Ribbon Club provides them with the tools to lead a health revolution. Our objective is not just to provide information, but to build a spirit of service and humanitarianism among our students. I invite every student to join the RRC, as your awareness today can save a life tomorrow. Let us pledge to build a healthier and more compassionate nation."

Red Cross

The Red Cross unit at the college is part of the Indian Red Cross Society's youth wing, engaging students in humanitarian service, health awareness, first aid training, and disaster preparedness. The unit organises voluntary blood donation camps, building a compassionate community of young donors and encouraging a habit of service among students.

Blood donation camp organised by the Red Cross unit

Sports

The Sports Club is dedicated to promoting a healthy sporting culture among students and encouraging active participation in physical activities. It helps students develop teamwork, coordination, and mutual understanding among individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, while instilling discipline, sportsmanship, and strong values through participation in various sports and games.

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Cultural Activities

The Tunga Cultural Club provides students with a dynamic platform to express their creativity and showcase their talents beyond academics. It brings together students with interests in singing, dancing, drama, skits, photography, painting, and craft, creating an environment that celebrates creativity and cultural diversity through events, competitions, and performances.

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