The motto of NSS “Not me but You” reflects the essence of democratic lining and upholds the need for self-service. NSS is also offered as one of the compulsory co-curricular activities for students. The NSS unit regularly conduct campus mainly aimed at Swatch Bharat, Tree plantation, Blood donation, animal welfare and such other themes. The units have adopted a village in Theni and significantly contributed by conducting awareness programmes on animals’ production, health and various social issues on World Veterinary Day, World Zoonoses Day and World Environment Day. It helps to improve the personality of Students and make them socially responsible. It includes the moral value and ethics that everyone should contribute for the improvement of society.
| Date | Activity | Description about the Activity | No. of Students participated |
| 25.09.2025 | Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) - Oath | In this programme the NSS volunteers took the oath on reminding themselves about the importance of cleanliness and they pledged to devote 100 hours for cleanliness every year to keep their surroundings and environment clean. | 80 |
| 27.09.2025 | Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) - Cleanliness drive | The NSS volunteers were involved in the cleanliness drive to clean the commonly used space of VC&RI, Theni under the guidance of NSS Programme Officer. They cleaned around the Boys’ hostel, Girls’ hostel, Canteen and the common areas used by students and staffs. | 63 |
| 10.10.2025 | Blood Donation camp | The NSS unit in collaboration with Government Theni Medical College and Hospital had organized their first Blood Donation Camp for Staff and students. Fifty five donors donated blood and were felicitated by our Dean. | 55 |
| 03.11.2025 | Palm Tree Plantation | In this programme, fifty students actively participated in digging pits, planting, and watering in the campus. A total of 200 palm saplings were planted. This hands-on experience provided them with a deeper understanding of the effort required to nurture and sustain plant life. | 50 |
| 09.12.2025 | Mental Health Awareness Programme | The NSS unit in collaboration with the Medical and Rural health services and family welfare, Periyakulam had organized this programme for students. The event aimed to foster understanding, destigmatize mental health issues, and connect the campus community with vital support resources. The expert counselling team talked about various mental health issues and their coping strategies to the students. | 149 |
| 23.12.2025 | Anti-Drug Awareness Rally | In this Anti-Drug Awareness Rally students carried colorful, hand-made placards with catchy slogans about the ill-effects of drugs usage. While marching through the main streets, the students voiced the slogans in unison against drugs and they distributed flyers to the public. | 56 |
| 07.03.2026 | Self-defense training | In this programme, Shihan N. Saranya,5th Dan Black Belt, Chief Instructor of Alan - Raj Shito - Ryu Karate School, Theni served as a resource person. She explained the importance of staying alert, identifying risky situations, and responding with presence of mind. Students were trained in basic self-defense techniques such as safe stances, blocking, escaping from wrist holds, and simple counter moves suitable for beginners. | 48 |
| 28.03.2026 | Building resilient women: Mental health & well-being for the future | The session was delivered by Dr. Ruth. S, MD (Psychiatry), who addressed common concerns such as stress, anxiety, self-esteem, and academic pressure. Through clear explanations, practical coping strategies, and relatable examples, the speaker encouraged students to speak openly, seek timely help, and support one another. Overall, the programme significantly improved participants’ confidence, awareness, and general wellbeing, and received positive feedback. | 42 |
