“Society and nation first, humanity always”: Sunit Mukherjee tells NSS volunteers at National Integration Camp

Rohtak, October 23, 2026: Promoting social harmony, gender equality, environmental protection and constitutional values, a National Integration Camp of NSS at Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) called upon young volunteers to embrace diversity and contribute to nation-building with empathy and an inclusive outlook.

Addressing the camp organised by the university’s NSS Cell, Sunit Mukherjee, faculty member of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication and Director, Public Relations, urged participants to rise above regional and social divisions. Emphasising the motto “Society and Nation First, Humanity Always”, he encouraged volunteers to understand the cultures and lifestyles of different states and respect India’s diversity. He described connectivity, creativity and collectivity as key to personal and collective growth.

Mukherjee also administered a pledge against substance abuse and social evils, urging the youth to work for social change and humanitarian causes. He concluded his address with the song Hum Honge Kamyab Ek Din.

MDU Vice-Chancellor’s OSD Dr Ravi Prabhat highlighted the importance of national unity and social harmony, urging young people to take responsibility for positive change.

Dr Mayanka Batra, director of Holy Heart Hospital, stressed the importance of a healthy lifestyle, awareness about health and staying away from drugs. She said healthy and aware youth form the foundation of a strong society and a developed nation. Dr Rajveer Singh conducted a CPR training session.

NSS Programme Coordinator Prof Savita Rathi said the NSS plays a vital role in developing discipline, leadership, social sensitivity and a spirit of service among young people. She urged volunteers to apply the lessons learnt at the camp in their daily lives. Dr Monika Sangwan delivered the welcome address, while Dr E. Rajkumar, leader of the Telangana contingent, proposed the vote of thanks.

Poster-making, slogan-writing and pot-decoration competitions were also organised to encourage creativity and social awareness. The jury comprised Prof Divya Malhan, Prof Kuldeep Chaudhary, Dr Pooja Mittal, Dr Mehak Dangi, Dr Monika Sangwan and Dr Meenakshi Hooda. Dr Abhimanyu, Dr Manisha and other NSS programme officers contributed to the successful conduct of the camp.