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Day 2 of NSS Camp at MCM
Chandigarh, 5, January 2024
entered its second day today. The day’s events were tailored to align with the camp’s aim to nurture growth and ignite a passion for continuous development among the students. A session on ‘Vedic Vichardhara’ by Dr. Seema Kanwar, Head of Sanskrit Department of the college, marked the beginning of day two. Unlocking the door to timeless wisdom, Dr. Kanwar highlighted that Vedic thinking is the bridge between man and the divine that helps cross the realms of the material world and explore the vastness of our spiritual essence. This was followed by an interactive session on ‘PCOS – Preventive Healthcare’ by Dr. Priyanka Sharma, Fortis Hospital, Mohali. She gave valuable insights into the diagnosis, prevention and management of PCOS to improve overall well-being and also busted several myths regarding this syndrome. The key components highlighted were regular check-ups, immunizations, healthy lifestyle promotion, risk factor management, etc. The second session of self-defence training by the Chandigarh Police witnessed demonstration and practice of self-defence techniques to promote personal safety and preparedness. This was followed by a session on Youth Development by Dr Nemi Chand, NSS State Liaison Officer, Chandigarh Administration. He emphasized that personality development transforms dreams into reality, equipping the younger generation with the tools needed to navigate the uncharted waters of the future. Dr. Nemi Chand added that fostering a strong and empathetic personality in students is an investment in their ability to thrive in the world. A discussion session wherein the participants shared their thoughts on the significance of social service in creating life-changing experiences was also held. Subsequently, to unleash the artistic flair of students, a Hand Painting Competition on the theme ‘Viksit Bharat’ was held. As palms transformed into canvases, the competition became a platform for showcasing talent, originality, and views on what the future holds for India. Dr. Meenu Singla, the Teacher Incharge of the day, concluded with a session on stress management wherein she delved into the importance of time management tools like proactive planning and organisation, effective delegation of tasks, etc.
Principal Dr. Nisha Bhargava lauded the exceptional endeavours of the NSS units aimed at instilling sense of social responsibility among the youth. She expressed hope that with their minds expanded, skills sharpened, and connections deepened, the participants of the camp will be able to harness the wealth of opportunities the camp holds for their personal and collective development.
