National Service Scheme

Aligarh, March 11, 2025 – The National Service Scheme (NSS) at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) organized an insightful webinar on “Gender-Inclusive Community Leadership: A Pathway to Viksit Bharat” on March 11, 2025, to commemorate International Women’s Day 2025.

The webinar commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Mohd. Mohsin Khan, Coordinator, NSS AMU, who emphasized the significance of gender inclusivity in leadership and its role in shaping a progressive and equitable society. Dr. Khan welcomed Sh. Samar Deep Saxena, NSS, Regional Director, Uttar Pradesh & Uttarakhand, and Dr. Manju Singh, State Mission Officer, Uttar Pradesh, acknowledging their leadership in policy implementation and mission-driven interventions, which have been instrumental in advancing gender equity in governance and social programs.

The keynote lecture was delivered by Prof. Naseem Ahmad Khan, Chairperson, Department of Social Work, AMU. Prof. Khan highlighted the importance of gender-inclusive leadership in realizing the vision of a "Viksit Bharat.". He elaborated on the critical role of women’s active participation in leadership across various sectors.

The event was moderated by Dr. Qurratul Aein Ali, Programme Officer, NSS, while Dr. Mohd. Uzair, Programme Officer, NSS, provided technical support, ensuring the seamless execution of the webinar.

The webinar witnessed active participation, with over 60 attendees, including students, faculty members, and NSS volunteers, reflecting a growing commitment to gender-inclusive leadership and community empowerment.

This session served as a platform for thought-provoking discussions on fostering inclusive leadership and highlighted the collective efforts required to build a more equitable and developed society.

The National Service Scheme (NSS), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), successfully organized an Awareness Programme on Cyber Security on 27^th February, 2025 to educate and sensitize students, faculty, and staff on the growing challenges of digital security and cyber threats. The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries and experts in the field of cybersecurity, banking, and academia, who provided valuable insights into securing the digital landscape.

Delivering the welcome address, Professor Mohd Mohsin Khan, Coordinator of NSS, AMU, welcomed the esteemed guests and highlighted the importance of cybersecurity awareness in today’s digital age. He emphasized the need for proactive measures to combat cyber threats and lauded the NSS for organizing such an essential initiative.

The Guest of Honour, Mr. Amit Nath Jha, Regional Manager, State Bank of India, shared his expertise on financial cybersecurity, discussing crucial topics such as safe online banking practices, fraud prevention, and the role of technology in securing financial transactions. His presentation underscored the significance of strong cybersecurity protocols in the banking sector.

Dr. M. Wasi Baig, Director, ACN College of Engineering and Management Studies, provided an in-depth perspective on cybersecurity from an engineering and technological standpoint. He elaborated on the critical need for infrastructure security and how institutions and organizations can strengthen their defence mechanisms against cyber-attacks.

Following this, Dr. Faisal Anwer, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, AMU, delivered a detailed talk on ransomware, phishing, and preventive cybersecurity measures. Drawing from his extensive academic and professional experience in information security, Dr. Anwer provided participants with practical strategies to protect personal and institutional data from cyber threats.

The Chief Guest of the event, Dr. Azhar Jameel, Principal, University Polytechnic (Boys), AMU, addressed the importance of integrating cybersecurity education into academic curricula. He emphasized the role of educational institutions in preparing students to navigate and mitigate cyber risks in an increasingly digital world. Recognized for his contributions to social welfare and education, Dr. Jameel highlighted the ethical dimensions of cybersecurity and the need for responsible digital citizenship.

The programme was conducted by Dr. Mohd Uzair, Programme Officer, NSS and Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work, AMU.

Dr. Mansoor Alam Siddiqui, Programme Officer, NSS, and Assistant Professor of Geography, Women’s College, AMU, delivered the formal vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all speakers, programme officers and attendees for their participation and contributions.

The programme was attended by various dignitaries, faculty members and students of Aligarh Muslim University.

Report on Special Education Camp by NSS AMU (February 17, 2025- February 24, 2025)

The National Service Scheme (NSS), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), organized a special education camp at Muskan Public School, Maulana Azad Nagar, Aligarh. The camp, led and supervised by Program Coordinator Dr. Mohd. Mohsin, commenced on February 17, 2025, and concluded successfully on February 24, 2025.

More than 150 volunteers actively participated in this initiative, demonstrating unwavering dedication throughout the program. Under the expert guidance of Professor Mohsin Khan, NSS Programme Coordinator, the camp activities were conducted diligently each day. He delivered an insightful talk on the pivotal role of youth in promoting education. Encouraging the young volunteers, he urged them to take the initiative and shoulder the responsibility of educating at least two underprivileged children from rural areas, ensuring they receive fundamental education. He further emphasized that as members of society, we owe a duty to give back and contribute to its progress.

A skit was also performed by the volunteers, effectively conveying the essence of education and social responsibility. Throughout the camp, all Program Officers were present at the site, ensuring smooth operations. As the camp concluded, the volunteers took a solemn oath to dedicate their precious time to educating others and serving society.

Program Officers and Their Assigned Dates

S.No.    Date    Name

1          17.02.2025      Mr. Naeem Ahmad, Ms. Nazia Begum, Md. Shoyib Raza

2          18.02.2025      Dr. Tarushikha Sarvesh, Dr. Mohd. Furkan, Mr. Naushad Najeeb

3          19.02.2025      Dr. Mohd. Uzair, Dr. Nawalur Rehman Khan, Dr. Nahid Akbari

4          20.02.2025      Dr. Aftab Ahmad Ansari, Mr. Asif Javed Siddiqui, Md. Imran Khan

5          21.02.2025      Dr. Qurratul Ain Ali, Dr. Mohd. Arsalan, Dr. Jitendra Kumar

6          22.02.2025      Dr. Adnan Hafeez, Dr. Mansoor Alam Siddiqui, Mr. Abdul Jabbar

7          23.02.2025      Dr. Mohammad Hanif Ahmad, Dr. Sheeba Nuzhat

Additionally, the office staff—Mr. Mukesh, Mr. Waqar, and Mrs. Zeba—worked tirelessly, burning the midnight oil to ensure the seamless execution of the camp. Their dedication and hard work played a pivotal role in the success of this initiative.

This special education camp was a resounding success, leaving an indelible impact on both the volunteers and the children who benefited from it.

Important Events:

Name of The Activities/Programmes

National Immunization Day (NID) 9 Days Activities

The NSS Unit AMU organized intensive social mobilization campaign in under-served localities declared as high risk areas for the polio, under the collaborative programme with UNICEF. The Rotary International, NGOs and District Administration have been participating in eradication of polio through pulse polio immunization programme with AMU. The NSS volunteers have been engaged in regular camps of 07 days of intensive campaigning in Upper Fort, Bhujpura, Jamalpur, Maulana Azad Nagar, Jeevangarh area of Aligarh city. They appeal to people to come up for the polio drops for their children. The NSS volunteers also worked for the conversion of X and XR houses to houses along with the UNICEF officials of A and B team. The NSS volunteers organized Nukkar Natak as a part of social activity to attract the community towards polio vaccine.

World Environment Day

Intensive tree plantation Programme was organized in University Polytechnic AMU by NSS Volunteers on the occasion of World Environment Day. Seminars, Nukkar Meetings were organized in the different localities of Aligarh city. General populaces were made aware of clean and safe drinking water. The chlorine tablets were distributed to houses of different localities.

Information and Help Camps for the admission in B.Tech , MBBS and 10+2

As per the past practice the NSS unit of AMU organized the “Information and help camps” for various competitive examinations of the University. Information and Accommodation Counters were arranged for the competitors and their parents/guardians to provide them suitable accommodation in the University campus.

A Sixty seater bus was also arranged to transport the guests to their place of accommodation, by the NSS volunteers. The NSS volunteers helped candidates at various places/camps and guided them for their centers of examinations. They also helped the candidates to get their Duplicate Hall Tickets. The Vice-Chancellor monitored the arrangements of and instructed the provosts of various Halls of Residence to arrange the lodging, fooding and refreshment for the guests on nominal charges. Scores of people, outside guests, parents and guardians appreciated the arrangements and hospitality made by university official and NSS unit of AMU.

Independence Day

On the occasion of Independence day, 15 August 2015, flag hoisting ceremony was held in the NSS campus. The NSS volunteers arranged the programmes of Desh Bhakti Songs.

Awareness about General Cleanliness, Health & Hygiene

NSS AMU unit has arranged and organized health and hygiene camps for spreading the need for general and personal cleanliness. People were made aware of water borne diseases and their prevention.

Plantation Camp 

NSS Volunteers arranged the plantation camps in two new halls of residences. They have planted around three hundred trees.