ACE College of Engineering, in association with the National Service Scheme (NSS), hosted the Viksit Bharat – Yuva Connect (Seva Pakhwada Edition) on 24th September 2025. The program, organized under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, aimed to empower youth and inspire their participation in building the nation’s vision for Viksit Bharat @2047.

The session began with the Welcome Address by Dr. Farrukh Sayeed, Principal, ACE College of Engineering, followed by the Presidential Address delivered by Shri. YM Uppin, Regional Director, NSS Trivandrum. The event was officially inaugurated by Dr. K Sivaprasad, Honourable Vice Chancellor, APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (APJAKTU). NSS volunteers marked the inauguration with a soulful rendition of Manava Geetham.

Special Addresses were delivered by Dr. Devipriya D, State NSS Officer, and Dr. Arun M, Programme Coordinator, APJAKTU NSS Cell, who emphasized the role of NSS and student volunteers in shaping society and contributing towards national development.

The highlight of the program was the video broadcasting of the Viksit Bharat Vision, which shed light on India’s roadmap towards progress by 2047.

As part of the NSS Day celebrations, the KTU NSS Portal was officially launched. The portal was jointly developed by Abi Alif, a student of ACE College of Engineering, and Aleena, a student of LBSITW. It was formally inaugurated by Mr. Ratheesh S, NSS District Coordinator, Kollam.

The event also included a Talk Session by Ms. Catharine Siby, Youth Icon, followed by an interactive Q&A session. The program concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Asif Shahkutty, Programme Officer, ACE College of Engineering, and the National Anthem.

The event, conducted in connection with NSS, offered students an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogues, draw civic inspiration, and strengthen their resolve to be active contributors to the nation’s journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047.