15 August, 2024

The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of Vishwakarma Government Engineering College (VGEC) successfully organized the "Har Ghar Tiranga" Campaign from 13th to 15th August 2024 to commemorate India's 78th Independence Day. This three-day patriotic campaign aimed to promote national unity, cultural awareness, and patriotic fervour among students, faculty, and the community through various engaging activities.

Campaign Overview :

• Duration : 13th August 2024 to 15th August 2024 (3 days)
• Total Participation : 800+ volunteers, students, and faculty members
• Venue : NSS Room and VGEC Campus
• Theme  : Promoting patriotism and national unity through the "Har Ghar Tiranga" initiative

Objectives :

• To celebrate India's 78th Independence Day with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit
• To promote the "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign and encourage flag hoisting in every household
• To enhance patriotic awareness among students and faculty through creative activities
• To foster national unity and cultural pride through collective participation
• To engage the campus community in meaningful Independence Day celebrations

Day-wise Activity Schedule :

Day 1 - 13th August 2024 :

Rangoli Competition (3 :00 PM - 5 :00 PM)

• Venue : NSS Room
• Duration : 2 hours
• Activity : Traditional rangoli designs with patriotic themes
• Participation : Students showcased their artistic talents through colourful rangoli patterns featuring tricolour themes, national symbols, and Independence Day motifs
• Focus : Cultural expression and traditional art forms celebrating national heritage

Digital Poster Making Competition (3 :00 PM - 5 :00 PM)

• Venue : NSS Room
• Duration : 2 hours (concurrent with Rangoli)
• Activity : Creative digital poster design competition
• Participation : Students demonstrated their digital creativity by designing patriotic posters promoting the "Har Ghar Tiranga" message
• Focus : Modern artistic expression and digital literacy combined with patriotic themes

Day 2 - 14th August 2024 :

Quiz Competition (12 :00 PM - 3 :00 PM)

• Venue : NSS Room
• Duration : 3 hours
• Activity : Comprehensive quiz on Indian history, freedom struggle, and national knowledge
• Participation : Students tested their knowledge about India's independence movement, national symbols, constitution, and contemporary achievements
• Focus : Educational engagement and knowledge enhancement about national heritage

Day 3 - 15th August 2024 (Independence Day) :

Flag Hoisting Ceremony

• Venue : VGEC Campus
• Activity : Traditional Independence Day flag hoisting ceremony
• Participation : Entire campus community gathered for the ceremonial flag hoisting
• Significance : Official Independence Day celebration with national anthem and patriotic speeches

Tiranga Rally

• Venue : VGEC Campus
• Activity : Campus-wide rally with tricolour flags and patriotic slogans
• Participation : Massive participation by students, faculty, and volunteers
• Impact : Visible demonstration of patriotic spirit and "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign promotion

Key Highlights :

Massive Participation :

The campaign witnessed overwhelming response with 800+ participants including students, faculty members, and NSS volunteers, demonstrating strong patriotic enthusiasm across the campus.

Diverse Activities :

The three-day campaign featured a perfect blend of traditional and modern activities - from traditional rangoli art to digital poster making, educational quizzes to patriotic rallies.

Cultural Integration :

Activities were designed to integrate cultural heritage with contemporary expression, allowing participants to celebrate nationalism through various creative mediums.

Educational Impact :

The quiz competition enhanced participants' knowledge about Indian history and national achievements, contributing to informed patriotism.

Community Engagement :

The campaign successfully engaged the entire campus community, creating a unified celebration of Independence Day and national pride.

Participation Statistics :

• Total Participants : 800+ (students, faculty, volunteers)
• Rangoli Competition : 50+ participants
• Digital Poster Making : 60+ participants
• Quiz Competition : 100+ participants
• Flag Hoisting & Rally : 600+ participants

Learning Outcomes :

• Enhanced patriotic awareness and national pride among participants
• Cultural skill development through traditional and digital art forms
• Historical knowledge enrichment through quiz competition
• Community bonding through collective patriotic celebrations
• Leadership and organizational skills for NSS volunteers

Campaign Impact :

• Successful promotion of the "Har Ghar Tiranga" message across campus
• Increased awareness about national symbols and heritage
• Strengthened campus unity through shared patriotic activities
• Positive community response and enthusiastic participation
• Enhanced institutional pride and national consciousness

Conclusion :

The "Har Ghar Tiranga" Campaign organized by NSS VGEC was a tremendous success that effectively promoted patriotic spirit and national unity among the campus community. The three-day celebration, featuring diverse activities from traditional rangoli to modern digital art, quiz competitions, and patriotic rallies, successfully engaged 800+ participants in meaningful Independence Day celebrations. The campaign not only promoted the "Har Ghar Tiranga" initiative but also strengthened the bonds of national pride and cultural heritage among students and faculty. NSS VGEC is proud to have contributed to this national campaign and remains committed to fostering patriotism and national consciousness through such impactful initiatives