Mahatma Gandhi- the Father of Nation, emphasized on service to community and villages as an essential tool for the progress of Nation. With the dream of equitable development of all, the National Policy on Education- 1986, with modification undertaken in 1992 envisaged that opportunities be provided for the youth to involve themselves in national and social development through educational institutions and outside agencies. The cardinal principle of the programme is that it is organised by the students themselves and both students and teachers through their combined participation in social service, get a sense of involvement in the tasks of national development. With the vision of Community Service, National Development and Equitable Progress for all, Government Polytechnic – Ahmedabad offers National Service Scheme to all the interested students, and provides them an opportunity of personality development through Social Service. Broad spectrum of activities is undertaken throughout the year by Faculty and student volunteers in the areas of Healthcare, Environment, and sensitization on local issues. Students participate in activities undertaken under the National Service Scheme wherein they are sensitised on problems faced by underprivileged communities and bring positive change in their life through social service. The awareness programs, camps, and drives are undertaken by institute to contribute in social service and are aimed at Developing qualities of leadership by discovering the latent potential of students and Emphasis on dignity of labor and self-help and the need for combining physical work with intellectual pursuits.
