The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. It gives students the opportunity to take part in community service activities and programmes, with the aim of providing hands-on experience in serving society. The scheme was introduced in 1969.
This page records the activities conducted by the NSS units of Tunga Mahavidyalaya during the academic year 2024-25.
The seven-day annual special camp of NSS Units 1 and 2 was held at the Government Higher Primary School, Basavani, on the theme “Swachh Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat”, with village and school cleanliness, awareness programmes on addiction, legal rights, environment and farmers’ health, and cultural activities.
Floral tribute to Maharshi Valmiki and a talk by the Principal on his teachings of righteousness, compassion and equality.
The Principal, staff, governing body members and all NSS volunteers joined the padayatra of the Nirmala Tunga–Bhadra campaign, raising awareness about river pollution and the protection of the Tunga and Bhadra rivers.
Celebrated with the Cultural Committee to honour saint-poet Sri Kanakadasa and Karnataka’s language and heritage, with the national and state anthems, talks and cultural programmes.
Newly enrolled volunteers were introduced to the aims, values and activities of NSS and took part in a Shramadaan on campus.
A study visit to the historic Kapileshwara temple at Davanebail, Thirthahalli, giving students first-hand exposure to the heritage and traditional architecture of the Malnad region.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) trained students and staff in preparedness, safety and response during natural and man-made disasters.
Reading of the Preamble and talks on constitutional values, rights and duties of citizens, held in the college auditorium.
A cleanliness drive under the Swachh Campus initiative to improve hygiene and sanitation in the women’s restroom area.
Guidance on preparation strategies, syllabus, mock tests and interviews for central and state government competitive examinations.
About 200 students learned about the physical, psychological, social and legal consequences of substance abuse and the value of a drug-free life.
Experts from Prakruti Chikitse Ayurveda Hospital, Koppa, counselled students on physical and mental well-being.
Volunteers removed waste from the banks of the Tunga at Thirthahalli and spread awareness about keeping rivers and water bodies clean.
ದಿನಾಂಕ 02.01.2025ರಂದು ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿಯ ತುಂಗಾ ತೀರದ ಸುತ್ತ ಮುತ್ತ ಪ್ಲಾಸ್ಟಿಕ್, ಕಸ-ಕಡ್ಡಿಗಳನ್ನು ಸ್ವಚ್ಛಗೊಳಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಪ್ರಥಮ B.A., B.Com., B.Sc., ಮತ್ತು BCAಯ NSS ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳು, NSS ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳಾದ ಶ್ರೀಯುತ ಮೋಹನ ಕುಮಾರ್, ಶ್ರೀಯುತ ನಂದನ್ ಎನ್. ಜಿ. ರವರು ಇದ್ದರು.
Around 60 students took part in the celebration of Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary, inspired by his ideals of character-building and nation-building.
Students, faculty and housekeeping staff cleaned the college premises, including the vehicle parking area, with a briefing on safety and waste segregation.
An awareness programme on the importance of voting and participation in democracy, inaugurated by the Principal, Dr. R. Kumaraswamy.
Flag hoisting by the Principal, followed by the national anthem and talks; certificates were presented to volunteers for their community work during the year.
A remembrance of Mahatma Gandhi and the freedom fighters who gave their lives for the nation, promoting peace, courage and patriotism.
Sri Santhosh, Judge, Shivamogga Court, explained basic legal rights and responsibilities and the importance of legal literacy in daily life.
ದಿನಾಂಕ 13-02-2025: ಕಾನೂನು ಸಾಕ್ಷರತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಕಾನೂನು ಅರಿವು ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ – ಕಾನೂನು ಸೇವೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಾಧಿಕಾರ ನವದೆಹಲಿ, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು, ಶಿವಮೊಗ್ಗ ಹಾಗೂ ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ, ಗೌರವಾನ್ವಿತ ವಕೀಲರ ಸಂಘ ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ, ತುಂಗಾ ಮಹಾವಿದ್ಯಾಲಯ, ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ ಹಾಗೂ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಸೇವಾ ಯೋಜನೆಯ ಘಟಕ ಒಂದು ಮತ್ತು ಎರಡು ಮತ್ತು Women Empowerment Cell.
ಉದ್ಘಾಟಕರಾಗಿ ಆಗಮಿಸಿದ ಶ್ರೀ ಸಂತೋಷ್ ಎಂ ಎಸ್, ಗೌರವಾನ್ವಿತ ನ್ಯಾಯಾಧೀಶರು. ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಕವಿತಾ ಎಂ ಡಿ, ಅಭಿಯೋಜಕರು ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ, ತೀರ್ಥಹಳ್ಳಿ ವಕೀಲ ಸಂಘ, ವಕೀಲರ ಸಂಘದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಹಾಗೂ ತುಂಗಾ ವಿದ್ಯಾವರ್ಧಕ ಸಂಘದ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಎಂ ಎನ್ ರಮೇಶ್, ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಪ್ರಾಚಾರ್ಯರಾದ ಆರ್. ಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆ ವಹಿಸಿ ಯಶಸ್ವಿಗೊಳಿಸಿದರು. ಆಗಮಿಸಿದ ಎಲ್ಲರಿಗೂ ಹೃದಯಪೂರ್ವಕ ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು.
Held at Bisilumane village, Thirthahalli, with the Rotary Blood Bank and the local government hospital, to encourage voluntary blood donation.
A state-level youth camp on Gandhian values at the Kadidal Manjappa Sabha Bhavana, Harogolige, Thirthahalli, organised with the Karnataka Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi, the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports and Harogolige Gram Panchayat, along with a memorial programme for former Chief Minister Sri Kadidal Manjappa.
Muhammad Shafi (III B.A.) represented the college at the NSS National Integration Camp at the Agricultural University College, Hisar, Haryana.
Awareness on sustainable, eco-friendly farming practices and healthy living, with interaction with villagers and distribution of pamphlets.
Organised with the Lions Club of Thirthahalli: a talk by the Principal on water conservation and an awareness rally with placards and slogans.
Volunteers attended training on HIV/AIDS prevention and voluntary blood donation, organised by the Kuvempu University NSS Coordinator at Shivamogga.
The 134th birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was marked with floral tributes and talks on his contribution to the Constitution, justice and equality.
A one-day drive to clean and beautify the campus surroundings and build awareness about cleanliness and waste management.
The complete report of the programmes conducted by the NSS units of Tunga Mahavidyalaya during 2024-25, including the Nirmala Tunga–Bhadra padayatra, special camps, awareness programmes, workshops and community service activities.