Remembering the Heroes of Kargil: DCE NSS Volunteers Commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas
23rd July 2026
The NSS Unit of Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram participated in the Kargil Vijay Diwas Celebration organized by the NSS Cell, Gurugram University on 23rd July 2026. The programme was organized to commemorate the valour, sacrifice and unwavering patriotism of the brave Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during the Kargil War and to inspire the younger generation with the values of courage, discipline, unity and national service.
The DCE NSS volunteers participated in the programme under the guidance of Dr.AnupamDalal and Dr. Ashok Kumar, Programme Officers (POs), NSS Unit, Dronacharya College of Engineering. The institution was represented by three NSS volunteers from the Department of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML), 3rd Semester - Naman (28315), Karan Chauhan (28289) and Lakshay (28303).
The celebration featured engaging Poster Making and Patriotic Song competitions, providing students with a platform to express their respect and gratitude towards the armed forces through creativity and cultural expression. The participants displayed their artistic abilities and patriotic spirit, contributing to the inspiring and meaningful atmosphere of the programme.
The event also provided an opportunity for NSS volunteers to interact with students from various affiliated institutions. Such interaction encouraged collaboration, social responsibility and a deeper appreciation of the sacrifices made by the armed forces in safeguarding the nation.
The celebration served as a meaningful reminder of the courage and dedication demonstrated by the soldiers during the Kargil War. It encouraged students to uphold the values of patriotism, discipline, courage, unity and selfless service in their personal and professional lives.
The participation of the NSS Unit of Dronacharya College of Engineering reflected its commitment to fostering national consciousness, civic responsibility and holistic development among students through meaningful NSS initiatives and community engagement activities.
The participation also enabled the NSS volunteers to reflect on the significance of Kargil Vijay Diwas and the enduring legacy of the nation’s armed forces. Through the patriotic activities and interactions, students developed a deeper sense of respect for the sacrifices of the soldiers and were encouraged to embrace the spirit of dedication, courage and service in their own lives.