RRU-PY NSS volunteer's Participation at 77th Republic Day Celebration Camp (RDC), New Delhi

From Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Puducherry Campus, five National Service Scheme (NSS) student volunteers had the prestigious opportunity to represent the Puducherry Union Territory at the 77th Republic Day Celebration Camp (RDC) held in New Delhi. 

• Asmitha, 3rd year, BACPA
• Pooja, 1st year, BACPS
• Soundarya, 1st year, BACPS
• Aditya, 1st year, BACPS
• Aishwarya Sri, 1st year, BACPS

The volunteers departed for New Delhi on 11th January 2026 and returned on 5th February 2026, marking a nearly four-week enriching and transformative period. The participation provided the students with valuable national-level exposure, cultural interaction, and opportunities for civic engagement. During the Republic Day Camp, the NSS volunteers actively engaged in various activities organized as part of the national celebrations. 

Key highlights include:

• Participation in cultural performances alongside the Puducherry Republic Day Parade Team, representing the cultural richness and unity in diversity of the Union Territory.
• Showcasing discipline, teamwork, patriotism, and the spirit of national integration through their performances.
• Engaging in interactions and collaborative activities with NSS volunteers from different states and union territories across India.

Following the Republic Day Parade, the participants were honoured with an exclusive meet-and-greet interaction with the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India and the Hon’ble President of India. This rare opportunity served as a moment of immense pride and inspiration for the students, strengthening their commitment to national service and responsible citizenship. A special highlight of the camp was a distinguished cultural performance by Ms. Soundarya A., NSS Volunteer from BACPS I, at the President’s House (Rashtrapati Bhavan). This exclusive performance brought notable recognition to the student, the University, and the Puducherry NSS contingent.

The participation of the NSS volunteers resulted in:

• Representation of Puducherry Union Territory at a national platform
• Promotion of cultural unity and national integration
• Direct interaction with the Prime Minister and the President of India
• Recognition of student talent at Rashtrapati Bhavan
• Strengthening leadership, patriotism, and service-oriented values among NSS volunteers
• Enhanced leadership and communication skills
• Increased cultural awareness and national integration
• Strengthened sense of discipline and teamwork
• Greater understanding of civic duties and social responsibility
• Personal growth and confidence development

The involvement of RRU NSS volunteers in the 77th Republic Day Celebrations stands as a matter of great pride for Rashtriya Raksha University, Puducherry Campus. The experience enriched the students both personally and professionally while reinforcing the core values of the National Service Scheme—service, discipline, unity, and nation-building. The event has left a lasting, positive impact on the volunteers and has brought honour to the institution.