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World AIDS Day Observed at NSS Training College, Ottapalam

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World AIDS Day was observed with great awareness and significance at NSS Training College, Ottapalam on 1st December 2025 . The programme was jointly organised by the Red Ribbon Club and NSS Unit No. 301 with the aim of spreading awareness about HIV/AIDS and promoting compassion towards affected individuals. The programme began with an address by Dr. Lekshmi V (In-charge, Red Ribbon Club) , who highlighted the importance of World AIDS Day and the need to build awareness among youth. Following this, the Principal, Prof. Dr. Smitha R , delivered an inspiring speech emphasizing the role of education in preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS and encouraging students to adopt safe and responsible lifestyles.   A special attraction of the programme was the Diya lighting ceremony , where lamps were arranged in the shape of the AIDS awareness ribbon . The lamp was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Smitha R , and was followed by teachers and students lighting the diyas together. The glowing ribbon ...

Constitution Day Observed at NSS Training College, Ottapalam: “Our Constitution – Our Pride”

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NSS Training College, Ottapalam observed Constitution Day on 26 November with the inspiring theme “Our Constitution – Our Pride.” The programme was organized to create awareness among students about the values and principles enshrined in the Indian Constitution. The event began with the ceremonial reading of the Preamble by Prof. Dr. Smitha R (Principal in Charge) , reaffirming the institution’s collective commitment to the core constitutional values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity . Students actively participated in the pledge led by faculty members, expressing their dedication to uphold the ideals of the Constitution.   As part of the celebration, an online Constitution Day Quiz was jointly conducted by the EKTHA College Union and NSS Unit 301 . The quiz witnessed enthusiastic participation from students. Anagha V (2nd Year, Physical Science) secured first place , and Priyanka M P (2nd Year, Natural Science) won second place . The winners were warmly con...

Say No to Drugs: Anti-Drug Awareness Programme by NSS Unit No. 301

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The NSS Unit No. 301 of NSS Training College, Ottapalam conducted an anti-drug awareness programme on 18 November 2025 with the objective of creating awareness among students about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The programme began with an inaugural address by Dr. Smitha R (Principal i/c) , who highlighted the serious physical, mental, and social dangers of drug addiction. Her inspiring words motivated students to make informed and responsible choices in their lives. As part of the campaign, a poster titled “Say No to Drugs” was displayed to create a strong visual message against drug abuse. Students actively participated in the event by taking a collective pledge , reaffirming their commitment to stay away from drugs and to work towards a drug-free society. The programme successfully promoted awareness, responsibility, and healthy lifestyle choices among the youth. It also fostered a strong sense of unity and determination among ...

Dedicated Service by NSS Volunteers in SIR Enumeration Process

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Starting from 18 November 2025 , NSS volunteers of NSS Training College, Ottapalam actively participated in SIR-related activities at the Ottapalam Taluk Office and the Sub Collector’s Office . The programme was carried out under the guidance of Sub Collector, Palakkad, Shri Anjeet Singh IAS . The NSS volunteers were assigned the responsibility of assisting Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in the systematic collection of enumeration forms from different wards. They played a crucial role in verifying, organizing, and digitizing the collected data , and helped in uploading the information to the designated online platforms, including SIR 2002 . Volunteers worked from morning to evening for 2–3 consecutive days , efficiently handling tasks such as list preparation, data entry, data verification, and cross-checking of records . Their dedicated service ensured the smooth and timely progress of the enumeration process and significantly reduced the workload of the administrative officials. ...

NSS Volunteers of NSS Training College, Ottapalam at Kerala State School Science Fair – Palakkad

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NSS volunteers of NSS Training College, Ottapalam, actively participated in the Kerala State School Science Fair , held from November 8 to 10 at Bharathamatha High School and BEMPS School, Palakkad . The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across the state, making it a vibrant platform for scientific creativity and innovation. The NSS volunteers were deployed in batches across all three days and were entrusted with a wide range of responsibilities. They played a key role in event coordination , guiding participants and visitors , managing registration desks , and assisting in the smooth conduct of various competitions . In addition, the volunteers helped in maintaining discipline, facilitating the flow of programmes, and providing essential logistical support to the organizing committee. Their active involvement greatly contributed to the efficient management of the fair and ensured that all activities ran without disruptions. The volunteers of NSS Training ...

Spreading Awareness, Inspiring Change: Anti-Drug Talk at NSSTC Ottapalam

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On 26th June 2025, NSS Unit 301 of NSS Training College, Ottapalam, organized an Anti-Drug Awareness Talk in observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The event was held at the General Hall at 2:30 PM and aimed to educate students about the harmful effects of drug abuse and to promote a drug-free lifestyle.                                                                                                                                      The resource person for the day was Mr. Jackson Sunny, Vimukthi Coordinator of the Ottapalam Excise Range. He delivered an insightful and engaging talk on the rising issue of drug addict...

International Yoga Day 2025 at NSSTC Ottapalam

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NSS Training College, Ottapalam, celebrated the International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2025 at the College Open Auditorium from 6:30 am to 8:30 am.  As it was the last day of the 4 day  camp " Thanima ", it was convenient for the students to attend it on early morning. The event was organized to promote the importance of yoga in daily life under the theme " Yoga for One Earth, One Health ." The session was graced by Prof. (Dr.) Seema Menon K P ,  who served as the resource person.   The programme included a series of sessions such as warm-up exercises, yoga asanas, pranayama, and meditation. Students participated actively, embracing the benefits of physical and mental well-being through yoga.  The initiative emphasized holistic health and unity with nature.  The event concluded on a positive and rejuvenating note.

Annual Athletics Meet 2025

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Annual athletics meet 2025 of NSS Training College, Ottapalam was held on 21st March 2025.Kumari Sneha T E, General Captain delivered welcome speech for the program ' IGNITE 2K25 '. Prof.(Dr.) Smitha.R College Principal In Charge inaugurated the function. Mr.Akshay S , College Union Chairman Presided over the function. Dr.Lekshmi V(Staff Secretary), Dr.Sheeba Krishnan(Staff advisor), Dr. M P Ravishanker(Sports In Charge), Sri.Subhash P S(Assistant professor ,Dept.Of Physical Education), Dr.Sankaranarayanan Paleeri (IQAC Coordinator),and Mr. Suresh Kumar K (Office Head Accountant) delivered felicitation for the program. Mr.Ashok K T, General  Secretary College Union delivered Vote of thanks.Later , Principal in charge Prof. (Dr.) Smitha.R hoisted the flag. The program was coordinated by Sri. Subhash P S, Physical Education Department Head. The program started with March Past of various houses. The meet ended successfully with variety of programs like 100,200,400,1500mtr,4×100 mt...

National Seminar

Report on ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar on Integrating Indian Knowledge System in Higher Education The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) sponsored a two-day national seminar on Integrating Indian Knowledge System in Higher Education for Global Excellence in the MEP 2020 Era on 6th and 7th March 2025 at NSS Training College, Ottapalam. The seminar was organized in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and NSS Unit No. 301. It aimed to explore the role of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in higher education and their integration with modern learning as per the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The seminar provided a platform for academicians, policymakers, faculty members, research scholars, and students (M.Ed. and B.Ed.) to present papers and share insights on the topic. Selected papers were announced for publication in an edited book with an ISBN. The event was conducted offline, with only registered participants allowed to attend. The first...