NSS Annual Activity Calendar

The National Service Scheme observes various national and international days throughout the academic year. These occasions provide NSS volunteers the opportunity to engage in awareness campaigns, community service, cultural celebrations, and social welfare activities.

Each event is designed to empower youth with a sense of social responsibility and civic duty, aligned with the NSS motto — "Not Me, But You."

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Awareness & Safety
#01

National Youth Day

राष्ट्रीय युवा दिवस

12th January
Birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda

Celebrated to honor Swami Vivekananda's ideals of youth empowerment, character building, and service to the nation.

#02

National Youth Week

राष्ट्रीय युवा सप्ताह

12th to 19th January
Week-long youth programs

A week dedicated to organizing youth development programs, seminars, debates, and workshops on leadership and social responsibility.

#03

World Understanding Day

जागतिक सामंजस्य दिन

23rd January
Promoting global harmony

Promoting mutual understanding, peace, and goodwill among all people through dialogue and cultural exchange.

#04

Republic Day

प्रजासत्ताक दिन

26th January
Constitution of India came into effect

Flag hoisting, parades, and cultural programs to celebrate the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950.

#05

Martyr's Day

शहीद दिवस

30th January
Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi

Observed to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi and the freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

#06

University Foundation Day

विद्यापीठ वर्धापन दिन

10th February
Savitribai Phule Pune University

Celebrating the foundation of the university with academic events, cultural programs, and felicitation of achievers.

#07

Women's Day

महिला दिन

8th March
International celebration

Organizing events to celebrate women's achievements, promote gender equality, and empower women in society.

#08

World Forest Day

जागतिक वन दिन

31st March
Forest conservation awareness

Tree plantation drives and awareness campaigns to highlight the importance of forests and their conservation.

#09

World Health Day

जागतिक आरोग्य दिन

7th April
WHO founded in 1948

Health check-up camps, blood donation drives, and hygiene awareness programs organized for students and local communities.

#10

Fire Prevention Day

अग्निपासून बचाव दिन

14th April
Fire safety awareness

Conducting fire safety drills, demonstrations, and awareness sessions on fire prevention and emergency response.

#11

World Labour Day

जागतिक कामगार दिन

1st May
Workers' rights celebration

Honoring the contributions of workers and raising awareness about labor rights and dignity of labor.

#12

Maharashtra Day

महाराष्ट्र दिन

1st May
Formation of Maharashtra (1960)

Celebrating the formation of the state of Maharashtra with cultural programs, patriotic speeches, and felicitations.

#13

Nutrition Week

आहार सप्ताह

1st to 7th May
Healthy diet awareness

Week-long programs on nutrition, healthy eating habits, balanced diet awareness and food distribution drives.

#14

World Environment Day

जागतिक पर्यावरण दिन

5th June
UN Environment Programme

Tree plantations, cleanliness drives, rallies, and poster-making competitions to promote environmental consciousness.

#15

Banamahotsav Week

वनमहोत्सव सप्ताह

1st to 7th July
Tree festival week

Mass tree plantation drives in colleges, communities, and villages to increase green cover and combat climate change.

#16

World Population Day

जागतिक लोकसंख्या दिन

11th July
Population awareness

Awareness campaigns about population growth, family planning, reproductive health, and sustainable development challenges.

#17

Campaign Against Nuclear Weapons

अणुशस्त्र विरोध दिवस

6th August
Hiroshima remembrance

Remembering Hiroshima and promoting peace, disarmament, and the elimination of nuclear weapons worldwide.

#18

Independence Day

स्वातंत्र दिन

15th August
India's Independence (1947)

Grand flag hoisting ceremony, patriotic songs, cultural programs, and rallies to celebrate India's freedom.

#19

Teacher's Day

शिक्षक दिन

5th September
Dr. Radhakrishnan's birthday

Honoring teachers and their invaluable contribution to education with felicitation programs and cultural events.

#20

International Literacy Day-Week

आंतरराष्ट्रीय साक्षरता दिन

8th to 14th September
UNESCO observance

Literacy campaigns, book distribution, adult education programs, and reading awareness drives in local communities.

#21

N.S.S. Foundation Day

रा.से.यो. वर्धापन दिन

24th September
NSS established in 1969

Grand celebration of NSS Foundation Day with community service, cultural programs, volunteer felicitation, and oath-taking ceremonies.

#22

Gandhi Jayanti

गांधी जयंती

2nd October
International Day of Non-Violence

Paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi through cleanliness drives, peace rallies, and programs promoting non-violence and truth.

#23

World Food Day

जागतिक अन्नधान्य / आहार दिन

16th October
FAO founding anniversary

Food distribution drives, awareness about food wastage, hunger eradication campaigns, and nutrition education programs.

#24

U.N.O. Day

यु.नो. दिवस

24th October
United Nations founded (1945)

Seminars and discussions on global peace, human rights, international cooperation, and sustainable development goals.

#25

Traffic Week

वाहतूक सप्ताह

14th to 30th October
Road safety awareness

Road safety campaigns, traffic rule awareness drives, helmet distribution, and collaboration with traffic police for safety education.

#26

Savings Day

बचत दिवस

31st October
Financial literacy

Promoting financial literacy, savings habits, budgeting awareness, and responsible money management among youth.

#27

National Integration Day

राष्ट्रीय एकात्मता दिन

31st October
Sardar Patel's birthday

Programs promoting unity, communal harmony, and national integration — celebrating India's diversity as its strength.

#28

Children's Day

बाल दिन

14th November
Pt. Nehru's birthday

Organizing games, educational programs, and distribution drives at local schools to celebrate children and their rights.

#29

Mother's Day

माता दिन

19th November
Celebrating motherhood

Special events to honor mothers and their selfless contributions to families and society through appreciation programs.

#30

Quami Ekta Week

कौमी एकता दिन

19th to 25th November
National harmony week

Week-long programs fostering national unity, communal harmony, and cultural integration through workshops and rallies.

#31

Environment Awareness Month

पर्यावरण जनजागृती मास

19th Nov to 18th December
Month-long green campaign

A full month of environmental activities — tree planting, cleanliness drives, poster competitions, and conservation awareness.

#32

Weaker's Section Day

दुर्बल घटक दिन

22nd November
Support for marginalized

Outreach programs, donation drives, and initiatives to support and uplift underprivileged and marginalized communities.

#33

World AIDS Day

जागतिक एड्स दिन

1st December
HIV/AIDS awareness

Awareness rallies, red ribbon campaigns, health seminars, and educational sessions on HIV/AIDS prevention and support.

#34

International Volunteers Day

आंतरराष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक दिन

5th December
UN observance

Celebrating the spirit of volunteerism with community service projects, volunteer recognition, and social impact drives.

#35

Human Rights Day

मानव अधिकार दिन

10th December
UDHR adopted in 1948

Seminars on human rights, constitutional values, equality, and justice — encouraging youth to stand up for fundamental freedoms.

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Official NSS Annual Activity Calendar — observed by all NSS units across India.