Centurion University

NCC Cell

May 6, 2024

2(A) CTR NCC

National Cadet Corps (NCC):

The National Cadet Corps is the Indian military cadet corps with its head Quarters at New Delhi. It is open to school and college students on voluntary basis.The National Cadet Corps in India is a voluntary organization which recruits cadets from high schools, colleges and Universities all over India. The Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and parades. The officers and cadets have no liability for active military service once they complete their course but are given preference over normal candidates during selections based on the achievements in the corps.

Motto of NCC:

Unity and Discipline (EktaaurAnushasan)

Four Cardinal Principles of Discipline:

Obey with a smile
Be Punctual

Work hard and without fuss
Make no excuses and tell no lies

Aims of NCC:

1. To develop qualities of character, courage, comradeship, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and sportsmanship and the ideals of selfless service among the youth to make them useful citizen.

2. To create a human resource of organised trained and motivated youth to provide leadership in all walks of life including the Armed Forces and be always available for the service of the nation.

Type of Examination:

The type of Certificate Examination and the unit in which these are held are given below

Type of Certificate	NCC Unit
Certificate ‘B’& ‘C’	Senior Division/Wing NCC

Activities:

The activities of NCC can be broadly divided into the following distinct categories described below:-

Institutional Training.
Camp Training.
Attachment Training.
Army/Naval/Air Wing Activities.
Youth Exchange Programme.

Community Development Programme cum Social Service Activities.
Adventure Training, Cycle Expedition, Trekking & Sports etc.
Foot Drill, Arms Drill & Weapons Training.
Self Defence.
Map Reading.

NCC Social Service Activities:

NCC has adopted community development activities with the aim of imbibing amongst cadets selfless service to the community, dignity of labour importance of self help, need to protect the environment and to assist weaker sections of the society in their upliftment. This was envisaged through programmes involving

Adult-education
Tree plantation
Blood donation
Anti-Dowry Rally
Anti-Female Infanticide Pledge
Anti-Leprosy Drive

AIDS Awareness Rally
Visit to Old Age Homes
Slum clearance
Disaster Management & Relief
Village upliftment and various other social schemes.

Oath:

“I do hereby solemnly promise that I will serve my motherland most truly and loyally and that, I will abide by the rules and regulations of the National Cadet Crops. Further under the command and control of my commanding officer I will participate in every camp most sincerely and wholeheartedly”.

Pledge:

“We the cadet of the national cadet corps, do solemnly pledge that we shall always uphold the unity of india.We resolve to be disciplined and responsible citizen of our nation.We shall undertake positive community service in the spirit of selflessness and concern for our fellow beings.”

Officer in Charge:

Dr. Satheesh Ampolu
Associate Professor, School of Engineering.

NSS Cell

May 6, 2024

National Service Scheme (NSS):

The National Service Scheme (NSS) is an Indian government-sponsored public service program conducted by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports of the Government of India. Popularly known as NSS, the scheme was launched in Gandhiji’s Centenary year, 1969. Aimed at developing student’s personality through community service, NSS is a voluntary association of young people in Colleges, Universities and at +2 level working for a campus-community linkage. The cardinal principle of the NSS programme is that it is organized by the students themselves, and both students and teachers through their combined participation in community service, get a sense of involvement in the tasks of nation building.

Motto of NSS:

The Motto of NSS “Not Me But You”, reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for self-less service. NSS helps the students develop appreciation to other person’s point of view and also show consideration to ‘/other living beings. The philosophy of the NSS is well doctrined in this motto, which underlines/on the belief that the welfare .of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society on the whole and therefore, the NSS volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society.

Aims & Objectives of NSS:

To understand the community in which they work;
To understand themselves in relation to their community;
To identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem solving process;
To develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility;
To utilise their knowledge in finding practical solution to individual and community problems;
To develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities:
To gain skills in mobilising community participation;
To acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitude;
To develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters;
To practice national integration and social harmony.

Activities:

Environment Enrichment and Conservation
Education and Recreations
Relief & Rehabilitation work during Natural Calamities
Production Oriented Programmes
Social Service Programmes
Adoption of Slums
Programmes aimed at creating an awareness for improvement of the status of women

Health, Family Welfare and Nutrition Programme
Adoption of Villages
Coordination with Voluntary Organizations
Blood Donation
Shramdaan
Plantation
Immunisation

Symbol of NSS:

The symbol for the NSS has been based on the giant Rath Wheel of the world famous Konark Sun Temple (The Black Pagoda) situated in Orissa, India. The wheel portrays the cycle of creation, preservation and release and signifies the movement in life across time and space, the symbol thus stands for continuity as well as change and implies the continuous striving of NSS for social change. The eight bars in the wheel represent the 24 hours of a day. The red colour indicates that the volunteer is full of young blood that is lively, active, energetic and full of high spirit. The navy blue colour indicates the cosmos of which the NSS is tiny part, ready to contribute its share for the welfare of the mankind.

Contact:

Program coordinator : Dr. R.S Varma, Vizianagaram.

Faculty Co-ordinators:
Ms Sravani Mereddy
Mr Narayana
Mr Hema Sundar
Dr Sunny Dayal

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Centre of Excellence

CUTM Model April 29, 2024

LIST OF COEs and the Coordinators Campus wise

Sr. No.	Center of Excellence	Co-Ordinator Name
Sr. No.	Center of Excellence	Bhubaneswar Campus	Parlakhemundi Campus	Andhra Pradesh Campus
1	Redhat Technologies	Mr. Suvendu Kumar Nayak	Prof. Biswa Ranjan Routray	Ms Sowjanya
2	Mat lab Technologies	Dr. Chinmayee Dora	Dr. Abinas Rath	Dr. Murali
3	Cadence Technologies	Dr. Chandra Sekhar Dash	Prof. Sandipan Pine	Ms Ramya
4	Block chain including Hyper ledger	Mr. Siddharth Kumar	Prof. Aryalopa Malla	Mr. Siddharth Kumar
5	Microsoft Cloud	Mr. Raj Kumar Mohanta	Prof. Jagannath Padhy	Mr Aswini Kumar
6	Oracle Technologies	Mr. Rakesh Kumar Ray	Prof. Sushant Nayak	Mr Lakshmana Rao
7	Open Source Software	Mr. Saneev Kumar Das	Dr. Abhisek Dash	Mr Amit Kumar
8	IBM Watson	Mr. Saneev Kumar Das	Prof. Ramchandra Padhy	Ms Anu Radha
9	Quantum Computing with IBM	Dr. Bhairaba Kumar Majhi (from Bolangir campus)	Prof. Manswine Padhi

Centurion School of Smart Agriculture

Schools April 7, 2024

Centurion School of Smart Agriculture is a pioneering institution dedicated to innovation and excellence in agricultural education. Our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices drives us to revolutionize the agricultural landscape through education, research, and community engagement. With a vision to empower the agricultural sector with intelligence and ingenuity, we equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving agricultural environment while addressing pressing global challenges such as food security, environmental sustainability, and rural development.

Vision and Mission:

The Center for Plant Tissue Culture at Centurion School of Smart Agriculture embodies the school’s vision and mission by spearheading research and innovation in plant biotechnology and tissue culture techniques. We aim to advance agricultural science and address global challenges such as food security, environmental sustainability, and rural development.

Key Objectives:

Innovative Research: The center conducts innovative research projects in plant tissue culture, genetic transformation, and molecular breeding to enhance crop productivity, quality, and resilience.
Technology Transfer: We collaborate with industry partners, research institutions, and governmental organizations to translate research findings into practical solutions for farmers and stakeholders in the agricultural sector.
Capacity Building: Through training programs and workshops, we empower students, researchers, and agricultural professionals with the knowledge and skills to apply tissue culture techniques for crop improvement and conservation.
Community Engagement: The center actively engages with local communities and farmers to promote smart farming practices, technological adoption, and sustainable livelihoods, contributing to rural development and economic prosperity.
Conservation and Biodiversity: We contribute to the conservation of plant genetic resources by maintaining cryopreserved germplasm collections and propagating endangered and economically important plant species.

Facilities:

Center for Plant Tissue Culture: The Center for Plant Tissue Culture is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities for conducting tissue culture experiments, genetic transformation studies, and molecular analysis. Our dedicated team of researchers and technicians ensures the highest research excellence and technological innovation standards. We foster collaborations with academia, industry, and governmental organizations to leverage expertise and resources for impactful research and technology transfer initiatives. By working together, we aim to address pressing challenges in agriculture and promote sustainable development. The center is committed to contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly targets of zero hunger, sustainable agriculture, and rural development. Through our research, education, and outreach efforts, we strive to create positive change and build resilient agricultural systems for the future.