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SEWA First Innovation Challenge 2026

Date: 26 October 2026

Venue : GD Goenka University

GD Goenka University Encourages Student Innovation through SEWA First Innovation Challenge 2026

Office of the Dean of Student Welfare (DSW), GD Goenka University organised an awareness and interactive session on the SEWA First Innovation Challenge 2026, under the SEWA Sankalp Abhiyaan 2026, witnessing enthusiastic student participation.

The session featured CA Rashmi Kheterpal, State Convenor, BJP Economic Cell, Haryana, and former Independent Director, HSIIDC and Punjab & Sind Bank, as the distinguished speaker. She highlighted innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical solutions to real-world challenges. Students gained insights into the Challenge's objectives, opportunities, and registration process, encouraging them to transform creative ideas into meaningful initiatives.

Prof. (Dr.) Anindita Roy Chowdhury, Associate Dean, Student Welfare, and Nodal Officer, SEWA First Innovation Challenge under SEWA Sankalp Abhiyaan, delivered the concluding remarks and proposed the vote of thanks, expressing sincere gratitude to Hon'ble Pro-Chancellor, GD Goenka University, Mr. Nipun Goenka, for his encouragement and support, and to Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Shenoy and Pro Vice Chancellor (Administration) & Registrar Prof. (Dr.) Dhirendra Singh Parihar for their valuable guidance and support. She also acknowledged the speaker's insights and the organising team's efforts. Dr. Kunal Adhikary, NSS Programme Officer, supported student engagement and coordination.

The initiative encouraged innovation and socially responsible problem-solving for meaningful societal impact.

Sewa Sankalp Abhiyan 2026

Date: 14 October 2026, from 9:30 AM

Venue : B Block Auditorium

Sewa Sankalp Abhiyan

Date: 24 September 2026

NSS Outreach Programme at Dhaula Village Promotes Health, Hygiene and Responsible Citizenship

Continuing the NSS Day 2026 celebrations, the NSS Unit of GD Goenka University, Gurugram organised an outreach programme at Shaheed Subedar Kumarpal Singh Raghav Government Senior Secondary School, Dhaula Village, Sohna, Gurugram, on 24 September 2026. A total of 35 NSS volunteers participated in the programme and interacted with more than 100 students of Classes X, XI and XII.

The outreach programme was organised to promote awareness about environmental protection, tree plantation, food and nutrition, cleanliness, health and hygiene, waste management and responsible citizenship. Through interactive and creative activities, the NSS volunteers encouraged school students to actively participate in community development and adopt healthy and environmentally responsible practices.

The programme featured a range of engaging activities, including One-Minute Speech Competition, Nature Treasure Hunt, Cleanliness Drive, Health and Hygiene Quiz, Poster Making Competition on “Swachha and Swastha Bharat,” and the “Wall of Kindness” activity. These activities provided students with opportunities to express their ideas, build confidence, develop teamwork and understand their role in creating a cleaner, healthier and more responsible society.

The outreach also covered five major awareness initiatives under the SEWA SANKALP ABHIYAN:

• Yoga and Meditation – Promoted physical well-being, mindfulness, mental wellness and stress management among students.
• Nasha Mukti Abhiyan – Created awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraged students to adopt a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.
• Health and Anemia Awareness – Focused on nutrition, anemia prevention, healthy dietary practices and overall health.
• Women’s Health and Cleanliness Awareness – Addressed personal hygiene, menstrual hygiene, women’s health and cleanliness.
• Rangoli Competition – Used creativity and art to communicate messages related to cleanliness, social responsibility, cultural values and community participation.

The programme successfully transformed the spirit of “Vasudeva Kutumbakam – Together We Serve, Together We Grow” into meaningful community action. The interaction between university volunteers and school students strengthened awareness about health, hygiene, environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

The initiative also reinforced the NSS motto “Not Me But You”, highlighting the importance of selfless service and community participation. Through such outreach initiatives, GD Goenka University continues to contribute towards youth development, community engagement, environmental sustainability and responsible citizenship.

• Organised by: NSS Unit, GD Goenka University, Gurugram
• Under the Supervision of: Dr. Kunal Adhikary, NSS Programme Officer
• Supported by: Dr. Rahul Dhankar, School of Agricultural Sciences

NSS Day Celebration 2026

Date: 23 September 2026

Theme: “Vasudeva Kutumbakam – Together We Serve, Together We Grow”

The NSS Unit of GD Goenka University, Gurugram, celebrated NSS Day 2026 on 23 September 2026 at the B-Block Auditorium with the inspiring theme “Vasudeva Kutumbakam – Together We Serve, Together We Grow.” The celebration focused on youth empowerment, social responsibility, community engagement, environmental awareness and national integration, with special emphasis on the Durga Shakti Scheme and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. More than 200 students, NSS volunteers, faculty members, dignitaries and community representatives participated enthusiastically.

The programme commenced with the NSS Song and ceremonial lamp lighting, followed by the welcome address by Dr. Dhirendra Singh Parihar, Pro-Vice Chancellor–Administration & Registrar, who highlighted the importance of youth participation in nation-building and community development. A special awareness session on Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan was conducted by Dr. Ashok, Sub-Inspector, Haryana Police, on deputation to HSNCB Haryana, who interacted with students on substance abuse prevention, responsible decision-making and healthy lifestyles.

The celebration also highlighted the objectives of the Durga Shakti Scheme, promoting awareness about women’s safety, responsible behaviour and the collective responsibility of youth in creating a safe and respectful society. An experience-sharing session with progressive farmers and senior citizens provided students with valuable insights into agriculture, rural life, family values, perseverance and intergenerational learning.

To promote holistic well-being, a Yoga and Meditation Session was conducted by Ms. Vidisha from the School of Liberal Arts. The event also featured vibrant cultural performances representing different Indian traditions, including Bengali, Himachali, Punjabi, Haryanvi and Kerala folk traditions, reflecting the spirit of unity in diversity. Students further participated in Rangoli and Elocution Competitions based on themes of Nasha Mukti, women’s safety and social responsibility.

As part of the celebration, a Plantation Drive was organized for newly enrolled NSS volunteers, reinforcing the values of environmental conservation and sustainable development. The event also showcased the NSS Unit’s year-long community initiatives in sanitation, environmental protection, health and hygiene, civic responsibility and outreach programmes in villages and government schools.