Celebrating Dedication and Service: IDC Felicitation &Swachhta Action Plan 6.0

22nd September 2026

NSS Units of Dronacharya Group of Institutions, Greater Noida, organized a special programme on 22nd September 2026 to recognize the dedication of IDC-trained students and promote the values of cleanliness, environmental responsibility, and community service through Swachhta Action Plan 6.0. The programme brought together distinguished NSS officials, university representatives, institutional authorities, faculty members, NSS Programme Officers, students, and enthusiastic volunteers.

The occasion was graced by Shri Samar Deep Saxena, Regional Director, Regional Directorate of NSS, Lucknow; Shri Rajesh Tiwari, Youth Officer, Regional Directorate of NSS, Lucknow; Shri Manoj Kumar, PA-cum-Field Officer, Regional Directorate of NSS, New Delhi; Dr. Dushyant Kumar Chauhan, Programme Coordinator, NSS, C.C.S. University, Meerut; and Shri Kartar Singh, Office Assistant, NSS, C.C.S. University, Meerut. The programme commenced with a traditional Tilak Ceremony, floral offering, and ceremonial lamp lighting, followed by the formal welcome of the dignitaries.

Dr. B.M.K. Prasad, Director General, Dronacharya Group of Institutions, delivered the welcome address and emphasized discipline, social responsibility, and the meaningful participation of youth in community development. Valuable guidance was also shared by Shri Samar Deep Saxena, Shri Manoj Kumar, and Dr. Dushyant Kumar Chauhan, who encouraged students and NSS volunteers to participate sincerely in social-service initiatives and contribute positively to society.

A major highlight was the Prize/Gift Distribution Ceremony for IDC-trained students, who had completed their training from 1st to 15th August 2026. Their demanding routine, extending from 5:20 AM to 10:30 PM, reflected remarkable discipline, dedication, time management, and perseverance. The dignitaries presented prizes and gifts to the deserving students, recognizing their commitment and encouraging them to continue their journey with the same spirit of dedication.

Following the formal proceedings, the NSS Units, volunteers, and students participated enthusiastically in Swachhta Action Plan 6.0 and a Plantation Drive. The activities promoted cleanliness, environmental awareness, and responsible citizenship, while reinforcing the belief that social responsibility becomes meaningful when translated into direct and sustained action.

Dr. Sangeeta Mangesh, Director, Dronacharya Group of Institutions, delivered the Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, management, faculty members, NSS Programme Officers, volunteers, and students. A group photograph marked the culmination of the programme, which successfully combined student recognition, expert guidance, social service, cleanliness, and environmental responsibility, strengthening the spirit of volunteerism and nation-building among the NSS community.