Pheonix/Punarjani – An NSS initiative to restore and rebuild hospital infrastructure

As part of the NSS Phoenix/Punarjani initiative, the NSS Units of Vidya conducted a one-day hospital maintenance and service programme at Wadakkanchery Taluk Hospital on 19 September 2026.The programme was organized with the active participation of NSS volunteers under the guidance of the NSS Program Officers.

The primary focus of the programme was to assist the hospital in restoring the functionality of essential equipment and facilities through volunteer service. The volunteers undertook various maintenance activities related to hospital furniture and medical aids, contributing to the hospital’s efforts to provide better facilities and services to patients.

Objectives of the Program:

• To support Wadakkanchery Taluk Hospital by restoring and maintaining essential hospital furniture and patient-care facilities through volunteer service.
• To promote community service, social responsibility, and hands-on technical skills among NSS volunteers through meaningful maintenance activities.

Major Tasks Completed:

• Repair and servicing of wheelchairs
• Repair and alignment of patient beds and cots
• General cleaning and assistance in arranging hospital equipment and facilities

The volunteers worked collectively to complete the assigned maintenance activities efficiently.

The smooth and efficient execution of the programme was made possible through the enthusiastic leadership of the NSS Volunteer Secretaries: Sachin Mathew (S5, CSE Dept), Pavithra M G (S5,CSE Dept), Midhun K Das (S5, CE Dept), Prakeerthana Baiju (S5, AIML Dept), Sona P S (S5, ECE Dept), and Muhammed Bilal A A (S5, EEE Dept).

The programme was effectively coordinated under the guidance of Mr. Ranjith E R (NSS Programme Officer and Asst Prof, ME Dept) and Ms. Delmy David V (NSS Programme Officer and Asst Prof, CSE Dept).

The hospital authorities appreciated the efforts of the NSS volunteers and acknowledged the positive contribution of the programme towards improving the functionality and usability of hospital facilities. The activity also provided volunteers with valuable hands-on experience, teamwork, technical exposure, and community service learning, reinforcing the NSS motto “Not Me, But You.”

Program Outcomes:

• Essential hospital facilities, including wheelchairs, patient beds, and cots, were repaired, serviced, and restored for use.
• The programme supported the hospital in improving the functionality and maintenance of patient-care facilities.
• NSS volunteers gained practical hands-on experience, teamwork, and technical problem-solving skills through the maintenance activities.
• The initiative strengthened the volunteers’ sense of social responsibility and community service, reflecting the NSS motto “Not Me, But You.”