NSS unit of the college organised Vande Mataram – Collective Singing Programme  on  07/11/2025 at 7:30 a.m. at the event hall of St. John College of Humanities and Sciences. For this Patriotic Commemoration, University Event Mr. Ameer Sheikh was the resource person. 112 students and 13 faculty members benefitted.

Date: 07/11/2025,  7:30 a.m.
Department / Committee: NSS Unit
Venue: Event Hall
No. of Participants: 112 students and 13 faculty members
Nature of Activity: Patriotic Commemoration, University Event
Mode of Activity: Offline
Activity In-charge: Mr. Ameer Sheikh
Resource Person: Mr. Ameer Sheikh (Speaker)
Target Audience: Students and Faculty Members

Objectives: 
· To commemorate the 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram”.
· To instil patriotic values and respect for national heritage.
· To promote unity and cultural awareness among students.

Methodology:  The event began with a speech by Mr Ameer Sheikh, NSS Programme Officer, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of “Vande Mataram”. Participants then collectively sang the national song with dignity and devotion, adhering to proper etiquette. The event concluded with expressions of national pride and unity.

Session Highlights: 
· Address by NSS Programme Officer on the legacy of “Vande Mataram”.
· Collective singing of the national song.

Insights on National Service: 
· Reinforced patriotic spirit and cultural respect.
· Strengthened emotional connection to India’s freedom movement.

Structure and Participation:
· Coordinated by NSS Unit.
· Active participation from students and faculty.

Outcomes:
· Evoked national pride and unity.
· Encouraged respect for India’s cultural and historical symbols.