The National Service Scheme (NSS) Volunteers of SPACES Degree College (Autonomous), Payakaraopeta, actively participated in the Swachha Andhra – Swarna Andhra Pradesh Programme on 2 October 2026, commemorating the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. The programme was conducted at Payakaraopeta Village, Anakapalli District, with the objective of promoting cleanliness, sanitation, environmental awareness, and civic responsibility among the public.
The major objectives of the programme were:
- To promote cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation in the community.
- To create awareness about environmental protection and responsible waste management.
- To encourage active community participation in maintaining clean public spaces.
- To inculcate social responsibility, discipline, and civic consciousness among students.
- To uphold the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi through community service and cleanliness initiatives.
The NSS Volunteers enthusiastically participated in cleanliness and public awareness activities in Payakaraopeta Village. They highlighted the importance of maintaining clean surroundings, adopting hygienic practices, and protecting the environment. The programme emphasized the collective responsibility of citizens in building a clean, green, and healthy society.
Sri G. Tatayya Naidu, NSS Programme Officer and District Nodal Officer (DNO), Anakapalli District, participated in the programme along with village elders, NSS Volunteers, and representatives of SPACES Degree College. The participation reflected the collaborative efforts of educational institutions and the local community in promoting sanitation and environmental responsibility.
The programme contributed to:
- Enhancing students’ awareness of cleanliness, sanitation, and environmental sustainability.
- Encouraging community involvement in maintaining hygienic public spaces.
- Developing civic responsibility, teamwork, leadership, and a spirit of volunteerism among NSS Volunteers.
- Reinforcing the values of service, discipline, and social commitment.
- Promoting the vision of a clean, green, and prosperous Andhra Pradesh.
The participation of NSS Volunteers in the Swachha Andhra – Swarna Andhra Pradesh Programme was a meaningful initiative towards community development and environmental awareness. The programme reinforced the NSS motto, “Not Me, But You,” and highlighted the relevance of Gandhian ideals in promoting cleanliness, public responsibility, and social service. The initiative reflected the institution’s commitment to extension activities, community engagement, and the development of socially responsible citizens.