Wrapped in Kindness: ‘Sasneham Oru Oonu’ by NSS

The National Service Scheme (NSS) recognizes that extending a helping hand not only benefits those in need but also significantly contributes to the overall well-being of volunteers. Engaging in service activities fosters physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual growth. With this ethos in mind, the NSS units of Vidya organized and implemented the noble initiative titled ‘Sasneham Oru Oonu’. The primary objective of this program was to provide food for the needy, reinforcing the importance of compassion and social responsibility among volunteers.

As part of ‘Sasneham Oru Oonu’, a total of 320 Pothichooru (wrapped meals) were provided by NSS volunteers, students, and staff of Vidya Academy of Science and Technology. These meals were collected and distributed by NSS volunteers at three different locations:

• 150 Pothichooru were provided to the inmates of Friends of Jesus Bhavanam, Gagultha.
• 100 Pothichooru were distributed at Pope Paul Mercy Home.
• The remaining meals were distributed among the needy in the Thrissur Round area.

The meals were carefully packed and distributed by NSS volunteers around noon, ensuring timely provision of food to those who needed it most.

The activity was organized and executed under the leadership of the NSS Volunteer Secretaries, including Aswathy E S (S6, CSE),Mrithyunjay R (S6 EEE),Nistal K Paul (S6, ME Dept), Devika Mothilal (S6, ECE Dept),Obadh Jose (S6, ME Dept),Ardra Shanmughan (S6 EEE Dept),Aruna R Menon (S6, CSE Dept) and Adarsh N A (S6, ME Dept).

These volunteers displayed exceptional dedication in coordinating the activity, ensuring smooth execution of the food distribution drive, and spreading the message of kindness and generosity.

Mr Rajesh S K (NSS Program Officer,  Asso Prof, EEE Dept), Mr Ranjith E R ((NSS Program Officer,  Asst Prof, ME Dept), Ms. Delmy David V (NSS Program Officer,  Asst Prof, CSE Dept) and Ms.Anu Maria Antony (NSS Program Officer, Asst Prof, CE Dept) played a pivotal role in guiding and motivating the volunteers. Their support was invaluable in enhancing the quality of the initiative and ensuring its success.