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Advisory & Coordination Structure

The NSS Cell functions through a collaborative administrative and academic structure involving university leadership, programme coordinators, faculty programme officers, and student representatives.

To establish the NSS Cell of Assam Royal Global University as a premier youth-led hub for service-learning and community transformation, cultivating compassionate, ethical and socially responsible graduates through experiential education, academic excellence, and measurable social impact across Northeast India.

The NSS Cell at Assam Royal Global University operates through a well-defined and structured strategic framework that ensures systematic planning, implementation, and evaluation of community engagement initiatives. This framework integrates multiple components designed to facilitate experiential learning and sustainable community impact.

The programme begins with orientation and training sessions that introduce students to the philosophy, objectives, and operational modalities of the National Service Scheme. These sessions equip volunteers with essential skills such as communication, teamwork, leadership, and project management, enabling them to participate effectively in community-based initiatives.

Field immersion experiences constitute a critical component of the NSS framework, providing students with opportunities to engage directly with communities and understand local socio-economic realities. Through village visits, community surveys, and participatory interactions, volunteers develop a nuanced understanding of grassroots challenges and community dynamics.

Community interventions form the core of NSS activities at RGU, encompassing a wide range of initiatives in health, education, environmental sustainability, disaster response, and social awareness. These interventions are designed to address specific community needs while fostering a sense of social responsibility and service among students.

Reflective learning processes complement the experiential dimension of NSS activities, enabling students to critically analyze their experiences and derive meaningful insights from their engagement. Through reflection sessions, documentation exercises, and academic integration, volunteers are encouraged to connect theoretical knowledge with practical experiences, thereby enhancing their learning outcomes and personal development.

This continuum of orientation, immersion, intervention, and reflection ensures a holistic and transformative learning experience that bridges the gap between academia and society.

World Hypertension Day 2026 (15th May 2026 at RGU Campus)

Observing World Hypertension Day 2026, the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of The Assam Royal Global University (RGU), in collaboration with the Cardiological Society of India (CSI) – North East Chapter, and the Cardiological Society of Assam (CSA), organized a Free Cardiac Health Check-up Camp and an expert Panel Discussion on the 15th of May 2026 at the RGU campus to raise awareness on hypertension as a silent yet life-threatening risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

The day-long health initiative witnessed robust participation from the faculty, staff, and students of RGU, along with members of neighboring institutions including Royal Global School, and residents from nearby villages. In total, 131 persons benefited from comprehensive screening services conducted by leading heart physicians and clinical teams from CSI-NE and CSA. The vital screening components included Blood Pressure (BP), Blood Sugar, Lipid Profile testing, and ECG, enabling early identification of risk patterns and reinforcing the importance of preventive care. The tests were conducted free of cost, with support from SUN Pharma and IPCA, reflecting a strong convergence of academic institutions, medical professionals, and responsible corporate support for public health outreach.

The programme included an interactive Panel Discussion on the theme “Controlling Hypertension Together… Defeat the Silent Killer”, held at the Seminar Hall, D Block, RGU. The discussion brought together distinguished doctors—President of CSI-NE Chapter Dr. D.J. Dutta, Secretary of CSI-NE Chapter Dr. Rituparna Baruah, Dr. B. B. Kukreja, Dr. Dinesh Agrawal, and Dr. M. K. Sutradhar—who shared clinical insights, practical lifestyle guidance, and evidence-based takeaways for the university community

Dr. B. B. Kukreja, who moderated the session, cautioned the audience about the scale and urgency of the challenge. “Prevalence of hypertension in Indian adults is 31% affecting 200 million people,” he warned, emphasizing that hypertension is increasingly becoming a defining public health concern in India. He underlined why India is often described as the emerging “hypertension capital,” pointing to factors such as early onset, gaps in awareness across rural and urban contexts, clustering of cardiovascular risk factors, seasonal variations in BP, and rising average BP trends.

Introducing the programme, eminent cardiologist Dr. Rituparna Baruah (Apollo Hospitals, Guwahati) noted that the theme of World Hypertension Day 2026— “Controlling Hypertension Together”—calls for collective action by institutions, families, and communities. He stressed that awareness and regular screening must become routine, especially among young adults, as lifestyle and stress-related risks are increasingly visible in earlier age groups.

The experts highlighted hypertension as a “silent killer” affecting people across age groups and discussed how improved longevity must be matched with healthier living to improve quality of life. Preventive guidance emphasized balanced diet, regular physical activity, stress management, avoidance of tobacco and harmful alcohol use, and periodic health check-ups. The panel also addressed genetic predisposition and clarified how uncontrolled hypertension can contribute to organ damage affecting the heart, kidneys, brain, and eyes—encouraging early preventive care, particularly for those with family history.

A defining strength of the programme was that it was student-led, with RGU NSS volunteers taking the lead in mobilization, registration flow, facilitation, and coordination across screening stations and the panel discussion. The initiative reflected the NSS ethos of service and youth leadership, transforming the campus into a space of preventive healthcare learning and community responsibility.

The organisers reiterated that the programme is aligned with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, and strengthens a culture of preventive health awareness within and beyond campus. RGU’s NSS Cell, together with CSI-NE and CSA, reaffirmed commitment to sustained health promotion initiatives that enable early screening, informed choices, and community-wide sensitization on cardiovascular risk factors.

RGU Health Services Camp (8th May 2026, Ayushman Aarogya Mandir, Chakarado Village, Guwahati)

In a meaningful step towards strengthening community-based healthcare access, the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of Assam Royal Global University (RGU), in collaboration with the Royal School of Medical and Allied Sciences (RSMAS), organised a Health Services Camp on 8th May 2026 at the Ayushman Aarogya Mandir, Chakarado Village, in the vicinity of Guwahati. The programme was conducted in partnership with the Office of the Joint Director of Health Services and the Ayurvedic Medical Organization of Assam, reinforcing a collaborative approach to preventive and primary healthcare at the grassroots.

The camp was designed to extend essential, community-based healthcare services and promote preventive health awareness at the grassroots. A set of key services were made available to the local community, including physiotherapy support, laboratory tests, nutritional counselling, and eye check-up services.

Throughout the programme, community members—women, men, and children—availed consultations and basic screenings in a structured and supportive environment. In total, 105 beneficiaries attended and received services during the camp, reflecting strong community participation and the relevance of accessible healthcare outreach.

A team of five doctors supported the clinical services and counselling, including Dr. Kaushik Roy, Dr. Shalesh Sharma, Dr. Prastuti Das, and Dr. Sajini Punnoose Manta.

The academic and technical facilitation was coordinated by the faculty team led by Dr. Rathindra Bhuyan, Hon’ble Advisor to Chancellor, Dr. Abhijit Dutta, Dean of Royal School of Medical and Allied Services, along with Dr. Rupesh Kumar, and Krishanjit Parasar (Faculty – Optometry).

The NSS Cell ensured smooth on-ground support through the active involvement of five NSS volunteers—Debasish Bania, Saptarishi Das, Nillotpal Bora, Piyansu Dugar, and Lohit Gogoi—who assisted in coordination and community facilitation.

Feedback from beneficiaries highlighted the usefulness of the camp and expressed gratitude to RGU and the NSS team, while the medical team emphasized that the camp aimed to deliver basic services and health awareness to local people.

The faculty team noted the value of such programmes in strengthening student learning through community service, and volunteers shared their satisfaction in being able to support people meaningfully.

RGU Mega Blood Donation Camp (30 April 2026, 6th Floor, DEF Block, RGU Campus)

The NSS Cell of Assam Royal Global University organized the RGU Mega Blood Donation Drive on 30 April 2026 at the 6th Floor, DEF Block, RGU campus, in partnership with the State-of-the-Art Model Blood Centre, Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH). The initiative was organized as part of the University’s continuing commitment to voluntary blood donation, youth-led community service, and public health responsibility.

The drive recorded an excellent response. A total of 150 individuals registered for the camp, out of which 119 came forward to donate blood. After medical screening, 92 eligible donors successfully donated blood, resulting in the collection of 92 units.

This achievement reflected both the willingness of the RGU community to contribute to a life-saving cause and the effectiveness of student-led mobilization.

The day began with an orientation meeting of NSS core volunteers at the NSS Office, followed by final venue preparations, physical registration of donors, and coordination with the visiting medical team from GMCH.

The programme was formally inaugurated at the venue in the presence of university dignitaries, faculty members, NSS Programme Officers, student volunteers, GMCH officials, and invited guests.

The event saw enthusiastic participation from students, faculty, staff, and members from neighbouring institutions, including Royal Global School, reflecting the larger community spirit of the initiative.

A key highlight of the programme was the presence of Shri Pankaj Kaul, Chairman, Allied Healthcare Council of Assam, who is also known for having donated blood 119 times.

Addressing the young donors and volunteers, he emphasized that fear should never become a barrier to saving lives. He encouraged the youth to become regular voluntary blood donors and reminded the gathering that a wider donor base is essential for ensuring safe and sufficient blood availability in the country.

The medical and technical procedures of the donation drive were supervised by Dr. Dipankar Baruah, In-charge, Model Blood Centre, GMCH.

He highlighted the importance of proper screening, safety protocols, donor eligibility, and post-donation care. Under the supervision of the GMCH team, the camp maintained all required medical standards, including donor registration, pre-donation counselling, eligibility assessment, blood collection, post-donation observation, refreshments, and documentation.

The event was marked by strong student leadership. NSS volunteers led the operational arrangements from the front, including donor reception, queue management, guidance at different service points, support to the medical team, donor care, certificate distribution, refreshments, documentation, photography, social media updates, and post-event coordination.

Their discipline, empathy, and organizational commitment were widely appreciated by faculty, staff, and the GMCH team.

This blood donation drive formed part of RGU’s larger institutional commitment to promoting 100 per cent voluntary non-remunerated blood donation, strengthening regular donation culture, and building sustained partnerships with healthcare institutions and civic stakeholders.

The RGU Mega Blood Donation Drive concluded successfully with the handing over of records, appreciation to donors and partners, venue clean-up by volunteers, and a final debriefing of NSS Programme Officers and core volunteers.

The event stands as a significant milestone in RGU’s journey towards expanding its NSS Cell and positioning it among the best-performing NSS units in the country.

Election Awareness Camp (2nd April 2026, Adopted Village: Deuchutal, Guwahati)

An Election Awareness Campaign was successfully held on 2nd April 2026 at Deuchutal Karbi Village, Deepor Beel. The campaign was led by Prof. (Dr.) Shalini Saxena, Head of the Department of Political Science.

The main goal of the campaign was to raise awareness about the importance of voting and to emphasize that voting is not just a right but a fundamental duty of every citizen in a democratic country.

A total of 39 NSS Volunteers and 4 faculty members actively participated in the campaign. The programme was supervised by Dr. Y. Manjit Singha, in collaboration with Dr. Krishangi Saikia, Dr. Sushmita N. Hoshi, and Akash Singh Thakur.

The campaign witnessed the participation of approximately 54 villagers, primarily women and children.

To effectively communicate the message, students performed two skits—one in Hindi and the other in Assamese—highlighting the importance of voting and active electoral participation.

Additionally, the use of banners, posters, and impactful slogans made the campaign more engaging and accessible to the audience. These visual and performative methods helped simplify the message and ensure better understanding among the villagers.

The interaction between students and villagers was lively, interactive, and meaningful. The villagers showed keen interest in the discussions and actively engaged with the students, making the session both informative and participatory.

After the awareness programme, students and faculty members went door-to-door for a campaign. They split into four groups, each covering about 5–10 households.

This effort boosted community engagement and encouraged villagers to take part responsibly in the electoral process.

The campaign was a successful effort in raising electoral awareness among rural communities. It effectively communicated the importance of voting and enhanced villagers' understanding of civic responsibility.

Overall, the campaign was a successful, interactive, and impactful initiative that promoted electoral awareness and responsible citizenship within the local community.

Visit of Regional Director Shri D. Carthigueane and Youth Officer Shri Jangjilong Aier to Assam Royal Global University (2nd April 2026)

Assam Royal Global University had the distinct honour of hosting Shri D. Carthigueane, Regional Director, National Service Scheme (NSS), North East Regional Directorate (Guwahati), and Shri Jangjilong Aier, Youth Officer, NSS, on 2nd April 2026 for a day of strategic engagement and meaningful interaction with the RGU NSS ecosystem.

The visit commenced with an interactive session with NSS volunteers at the Seminar Hall, GHI Block, where the dignitaries engaged directly with students on the theme of youth-led nation building.

Shri Carthigueane highlighted the transformative power of youth participation, noting that more than forty lakh young volunteers are engaged in NSS activities across India. He encouraged RGU volunteers to move beyond symbolic engagement and strive for sustained societal impact.

Shri Jangjilong Aier emphasized skill-building, innovation, and proactive participation aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, urging students to take ownership of localized yet globally relevant interventions.

Earlier, the dignitaries were welcomed to the RGU campus in the presence of Hon’ble Pro-Chancellor of RGU Shri A. Pansari Ji, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of RGU Prof. A.K. Buragohain, and Dr. D.N. Singh, Registrar (Academics).

Later in the day, a strategic NSS University Advisory Committee Meeting was convened at the Synergy Hall under the chairpersonship of Dr. Banani Das Hazarika, Associate Dean of Students Welfare, RGU.

During this session, Dr. Priyanka Patowari, Member of the NSS University Advisory Committee, RGU, presented the comprehensive NSS initiatives since 2024, including environmental campaigns, blood donation drives in collaboration with GMCH and partner organizations, cleanliness drives at ISBT and Dipor Beel, and community outreach programmes in adopted villages.

Dr. Victor Narzary, Programme Coordinator of NSS, articulated the University’s ‘Seva Sphere’ roadmap—an integrated model combining community participation, teaching-learning processes, research engagement, and social transformation initiatives aligned with Atmanirbhar Assam, Viksit Bharat @ 2047, and the Sustainable Development Goals.

In his expert guidance, Shri Carthigueane encouraged the University to empower Programme Officers, expand volunteer participation in national and international NSS camps, strengthen registration on the MY Bharat portal, and explore the possibility of hosting regional or national NSS events at RGU in the coming academic years.

Shri Aier further stressed the importance of branding NSS initiatives, institutionalizing recognition mechanisms for volunteers, and fostering leadership ownership among youth.

The visit reflected a significant milestone in RGU’s NSS journey. It reaffirmed the University’s commitment to structured youth engagement, institutional collaboration, and sustained civic leadership.

The interaction served not only as a significant administrative consultation but also as an inspirational moment leading to the strengthening of confidence, expansion of vision, and reinforcement of the shared resolve to build empowered and socially responsible NSS volunteers.

RGU’s NSS Cell remains committed to building a safe and sufficient blood supply by promoting Voluntary Non-Remunerated Blood Donation (VNRBD) as a sustained, campus-led public health movement in relation to SDG 3. The table below presents a chronological snapshot of RGU’s key blood donor–related initiatives, reflecting our ongoing efforts to expand awareness, participation, and partnerships for a healthier Assam and India.

NSS volunteers participate in regular community-focused initiatives including cleanliness drives, health awareness campaigns, environmental sustainability activities, educational outreach, and village adoption programmes.

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