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NSS Work 2024

 

WORLD FOOD DAY @ 16th October 2024

 

FOOD FOR A BETTER LIFE;

AS A RIGHT, NOT A PRIVILEGE

Breaking the Hunger Cycle!

16^th October 2024

Raichur;

“Together, we can make a difference, joining hands for a brighter tomorrow.”

 

On October 16^th 2024, the NSS unit of the College of Agriculture came together to observe the World Food Day, a united call to action against hunger, malnutrition, and food insecurity. The program was proudly organized, presented and conducted by team ‘Agastya’ of the NSS unit.

 

The program commenced with a ceremonial flag-hoisting ceremony, where the chief guest, Dr. Udaykumar Nidoni, unfurled the NSS flag, symbolizing the scheme’s commitment to community service. The chief guest, along with other distinguished guests, the Dean of the college and the NSS program officers, was escorted to the venue due protocol. Setting the tone for the event, the NSS song sung with enthusiasm by the volunteers, added to the patriotic fervor, marking the commencement of the World Food Day celebration.

The program was held in the college’s seminar hall, providing an ideal setting for meaningful decisions. The event was officially inaugurated with a symbolic gesture of watering a plant, emphasizing growth an empowerment.

To commence the proceedings, the participants took a solemn oath on the occasion, reaffirming their commitment to eradicating hunger and malnutrition.

The students delivered insightful and thought evoking speeches, both in English and Kannada, highlighting the significance of the day and its relevance to global food security. The theme of this year’s World Food Day; “RIGHT TO FOOD FOR A BETTER LIFE AND A BETTER FUTURE” was especially highlighted by the students to convey the importance of food and why it is necessary.

The chief guest of the event, Dr. Udaykumar Nidoni, Professor and University head Dept. Of Processing and food engineering, UAS Raichur, shared valuable expertise and perspectives on sustainable food systems and the right to nutritious food. It was very delightful to have heard him share his opinions in a way no one else could.

The Dean, who was also the President of the event, along with the esteemed professors, who made the program a huge success with their support and presence, further elucidated the importance of collective action in addressing food insecurity, importance of a balanced diet and problems of food wastage.

 

 

The Dean, felicitated the chief guest as a token of appreciation for taking some of his valuable time of to come and make our event a success with his presence.

 A very much notable highlight of the program was a thought provoking exhibition done by the students, showcasing innovative models incorporating vegetables and fruits along with informative charts which added an interactive dimension to the World Food Day celebration.

         The World Food Day program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the chief guest, dignitaries, and participants. The success of the event reflected the College’s and most importantly the NSS unit’s dedication to promoting sustainable food systems and eradicating hunger and in providing service to the people and community as a whole.

Thus the program laid the groundwork for continued advocacy and action reaffirming the NSS unit’s commitment to community service and social responsibility.