Anantapur NSS Volunteers Help Rural Villages with Literacy and Safety

Over 50 young volunteers from SRIT NSS and JNTU-A spent a week in Iruvendula village, Andhra Pradesh, helping residents with important life skills.
By Newsroom | Community Development, Andhra Pradesh |

Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh – A week-long National Service Scheme (NSS) special camp, coordinated by SRIT NSS and JNTU-A, culminated in Iruvendula village. The initiative saw volunteers undertaking a slate of activities, ostensibly for community upliftment, including surveys on household literacy, awareness campaigns on cyber safety, rainwater harvesting, self-employment, and women's welfare.*

The program, a joint effort with MYBharat, a Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports initiative, aimed to immerse youth in the realities of village life. A recurring theme highlighted was the push for a "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat" – translating to a "drug-free youth for a developed India."

Ms. Mamatha emphasized that NSS volunteers act as the social defense of the nation, playing a vital role in saving thousands of lives every year through voluntary blood donation and community service, while also promoting ethical and moral values among students.

Mr. Bisathi Bharath reportedly underscored MYBharat's role in offering avenues for youth participation in national development, urging active engagement with government schemes to reach rural populations.

Past Endeavors and Broad Objectives

The NSS special camping program is not a novel construct. Historically, its themes have revolved around pressing societal concerns.

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  • Past Themes:

  • 'Youth Against Famine'

  • 'Youth Against Dirt and Disease'

  • 'Youth for Rural Reconstruction'

  • 'Youth for Eco-Development'

  • 'Youth for Mass Literacy'

  • 'Youth for National Integration & Social Harmony'

Current Focus Areas

The stated objectives of these camps pivot on fostering a direct encounter between young participants and the communities they serve, with an aspiration to effect tangible improvements. The current iteration appears to lean into sustainable development, with a specific, though vaguely defined, focus on watershed and wasteland development.

Other suggested activities often encompass:

  • Health Initiatives: Mass immunization drives, nutritional support programs (leveraging Home Science and medical students), provision of safe drinking water, child development initiatives, and health education, including AIDS awareness and basic healthcare.

A Different Instance

Separately, on November 25, 2025, another NSS special camp concluded at Chiyyedu ZP High School. This event saw the recognition of the RIPER NSS Unit 1 team for their social service and SDG awareness efforts. Kiran Sai and secretary Mahesh were noted for their roles in the camp's proceedings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What did the NSS volunteers do in Iruvendula village, Anantapur?
NSS volunteers from SRIT and JNTU-A held a special camp in Iruvendula village. They did surveys on reading and writing skills, taught about online safety, rainwater use, jobs, and women's well-being.
Q: What was the main goal of the NSS camp in Iruvendula village?
The camp aimed to help young people understand village life and contribute to community growth. A big focus was on encouraging youth to be drug-free for a better India, working with the MYBharat initiative.
Q: Who is helped by the NSS volunteers' work in Anantapur?
The people of Iruvendula village and other rural areas benefit. Volunteers help with education, safety, and welfare, aiming to improve lives and promote development.
Q: What other activities have NSS camps done in the past?
NSS camps have previously focused on many issues like fighting famine, improving cleanliness, helping rural areas grow, protecting the environment, increasing literacy, and promoting national unity.
Q: What is the role of NSS volunteers in society?
NSS volunteers are seen as a social defense for the country. They help save lives through blood donation and community work, and they also teach good values to students.