Campus Times| Lucknow

The second day of the seven-day National Service Scheme (NSS) Special Camp at National PG College centred on women empowerment, youth leadership and community engagement, marking International Women’s Day with impactful activities. The camp is being held in collaboration with Moti Mahal Memorial Society under the supervision of Principal Prof. Devendra Kumar Singh.

Marathon for Empowerment

NSS volunteers participated in the ‘Asmita: Khelo India’ Marathon at KD Singh Babu Stadium, promoting women’s health and empowerment. The event was attended by Pawan Singh Chauhan, Member, Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council, along with Youth Icon (Government of India) Durgesh Tripathi and Vikas Singh, Deputy Director, MY Bharat (Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports). The student volunteers actively represented the college, reinforcing the message of fitness, confidence and women’s participation in public spaces.

Confidence through Self-Defense

Back at the camp site, volunteers undertook cleanliness work before attending a self-defense session. Taekwondo expert Anuj from Beats Training Centre trained students in practical defense techniques, focusing on building confidence and preparedness among young women.

Media Masterclass

Sunita Aron, Consulting Editor at Hindustan Times and a noted political analyst, said that the NSS plays a crucial role in shaping responsible and sensitive citizens. She added that education and awareness are the strongest tools for women’s empowerment and encouraged young women to become self-reliant and proactive in driving social change.

Creativity Meets Community

The day also featured a “Best Out of Waste” exhibition and visits to nearby slum areas, reflecting students’ creativity and commitment to social responsibility. NSS Programme Officers Dr. Archana Singh and Dr. Kirti Srivastava stated that the camp aims to instill leadership, service values and civic responsibility among youth. They underlined that women empowerment is not just an idea but a movement requiring active youth participation.