'Community Engagement & Service' course by MDU, aimed at promoting social responsibility among students.
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, is all set to pioneer a new chapter in higher education by integrating social responsibility with academic learning. The decision was announced during the 5th Annual Meeting of the University Outreach Programme Advisory Committee, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Rajbir Singh.
Girish Saini
Jul 5, 2025 09:17
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Rohtak, July 5, 2025: Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, is all set to pioneer a new chapter in higher education by integrating social responsibility with academic learning. The decision was announced during the 5th Annual Meeting of the University Outreach Programme Advisory Committee, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Rajbir Singh.
Addressing the committee, Prof. Rajbir Singh expressed concern over the growing detachment of youth from their families, parents, and society. He said, “Today's youth are becoming increasingly disconnected from their families and social responsibilities. Their interest in social concerns has significantly declined. If social issues are incorporated into academic curricula, the youth can play a constructive role in the nation’s development. Education without social engagement is meaningless. Inspired by Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati, who dedicated his life to addressing social issues and raising awareness through education, the varsity is now taking a historic step in this direction.”
In line with the vision of the NEP-2020, MDU will introduce a 4-credit 'Community Engagement & Service' course for PG students and a 2-credit course for UG students. Through these courses, students will engage with community-based projects, promoting social awareness and responsibility.
According to the University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines, PG students will devote 90 hours, including 60 hours of fieldwork and 30 hours of report preparation, to community service. UGstudents will complete 180 hours, of which 120 hours will be dedicated to fieldwork and 60 hours to documentation and report writing. Each student will be assigned a supervisor at the institutional level and will have the freedom to choose a mentor within their specific area of work.
Director, Centre for University Outreach Programme, Prof. Anju Dhiman, presented the annual report. Dean Academic Affairs Prof. Harish Kumar, Dean Students' Welfare Prof. Sapna Garg, Chief Consultant University Outreach Programme Prof. Raj Kumar, Coordinator University Outreach Programme Prof. Surender Yadav, NSS Coordinator Prof. Savita Rathi, Director CCPC Prof. Divya Malhan, Finance Officer Mukesh Bhatt, LPS Bossard Representative Sunny Nijhawan, MD Masu Brakes Manmeet Kohli along with principals and representatives of various colleges affiliated with MDU, attended the meeting.
