As a part of palliative care family get together “SANTHWANA SANGAMAM” the NSS unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/1) of Prime Collegeof Pharmacy in collaboration with Elappully Taluk hospital had conducted the cultural programmes for the peopleon 7 February 2024 at Sreedevi Auditorium, Kunnachi. The event witnessed the participation of differently abled people and their families. Our third semester students performedcultural programmesfor them. The programme started with a prayer and Dr. Anoop,Medical Superintendent, Elapully welcomed the gathering. The presidential address was given by Mrs. Rajakumari, Standing Committee Chair Person, Health Department. The program was officially inaugurated byMrs.Revathy Babu,President,Elappully GramaPanchayth.The felicitation was given byMr. Sunilkumar, Vice President,ElappullyGrama panchayath and Mr.Saravanan,Kshema Standing Committee member. The vote of thanks was given by Mrs Beena, Health Inspector, Elappully.The event was memorable for all the palliative care members. Mrs. Jyothi. A, AssociateProfessor & Mrs. Poornima. M, Assistant Professor,Prime College of Pharmacy accompanied the students for their active participation along with health workers of Taluk Hospital, Elappully.
World Cancer Day aims to promote awareness on cancer as a public health issue and to strengthen actions towards improving access to quality care, screening, early detection, treatment and palliative care. This year’s theme marks the second year of the campaign “Close the care gap” which is about understanding the inequities in cancer care and taking actions to make the necessary progress to address them. Prime College of Pharmacy conducted an awareness programme on 5th February at Taluk Headquarters Hospital, Chittur, Palakkad. The awareness programme was inaugurated by Medical Superintendent, Dr. Anilkumar. He focussed on examining the socioeconomic factors that lead to disparities in cancer prevention, incidence and survival, such as cultural and gender norms, income and education levels, and biases based on age, gender, ethnicity, disability and lifestyle. Additionally, the call for increased action to improve cancer awareness, prevent cancer, support advancements in diagnostics and treatment, and address the shortcomings in health systems was also highlighted. Third Semester B Pharm students actively participated in the programme by distributing leaflets and made individual interaction and created awareness among patients and public regarding cancer prevention and early diagnosis. Mr.Suraj, Health Inspector, Public relative officer has given the fecilitation for the awareness programme. Dr. P.Sivakumar, HOD, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Mrs. Basheera V, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice accompanied the students.
World Leprosy Day is observed every year on the last Sunday of January. In India, it takes place on 30 January every year. The theme for World Leprosy Day 2024 is “Beat Leprosy”. This theme encapsulates the dual objectives of the day: to eradicate the stigma associated with leprosy and to promote the dignity of people affected by the disease. The theme of “Beat Leprosy” serves as a powerful reminder of the need to address the social and psychological aspects of leprosy, alongside the medical efforts to eliminate the disease. It calls for a world where leprosy is no longer a source of stigma but rather an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and respect for all individuals. The NSS UNIT (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) along with IQAC of Prime College of Pharmacy in collaboration with Kodumbu Grama Panchayath has conducted an awareness program at 11th ward. Mr. Chandran C, 11th ward member has inaugurated the programme. The students were divided in to five groups and given awareness about the leprosy to the public. They covered around 118 houses in the areas of Alayamkadu, Velunkadu and Kadiramkunnam. Asha worker Mrs. Rajakumari has also accompanied the students. Mrs. Jyothi A & Ms. Ameena Salim has coordinated the programme.
Each year, on 1 December, the world commemorates World AIDS Day. People around the world unite to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. World AIDS Day 2023, under the theme, “Let communities lead”, is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made to date, to raise awareness about the challenges that remain to achieve the goals of ending AIDS by 2030 and to mobilize all stakeholders to jointly redouble efforts to ensure the success of the HIV response. The IQAC and NSS Unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) of Prime College of Pharmacy in association with MMC-2 Palakkad has conducted Aids day awareness programme at Vellazhuthampotta tribal colony, Malampuzha, Palakkad on December 1st 2023. The gathering was welcomed by Mr. Guruvayoorapan, MMC 2 member, Palakkad. The programme was inaugurated by Miss. Sruthi, PWD overseer. Dr. Anupama, General Practitioner MMC-2 delivered the felicitation It was followed by the candle lightening to reflect on our journey, acknowledge and celebrate the progress we’ve made, and recognize the challenges remaining to fight against the disease. A pledge was delivered by Naema C N, Sixth Semester B Pharm student, remembering the lives lost and emphasizing the urgency of our commitment to end the HIV epidemic. The student visited around 12 houses and conducted awareness class about AIDS prevention and management. Mrs. Jyothi A, Associate Professor and Mrs. Poornima M, Assistant Professor Prime College of Pharmacy successfully coordinated the campaign.
As a part of 62nd National Pharmacy Week, Prime College of Pharmacy in association with Indian Pharmacy Graduates’ Association (IPGA, Kerala State Branch) organized a Flash mob on 23-11-2023 (Thursday). The theme of this year is “Join Pharmacists to ensure Patient Safety”. This year “National Pharmacy Week” is celebrated from 19-25 November and it is an opportunity to raise our patients’ and colleagues’ awareness about the vital role Pharmacists play on the healthcare team. About 35 students participated in the flash mob held at Civil station, Palakkad. The programme was a new experience to the public creating awareness about the role and importance of Pharmacists in health care. Apart from this, World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, celebrated from 18-24 November of every year, organized by IQAC and NSS Unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1). An awareness on use of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance was also given by our students to the crowd.
On behalf of 62nd National Pharmacy Week, Prime College of Pharmacy in association with Indian Pharmacy Graduates’ Association (IPGA, Kerala State Branch) organized a Pharma Rally on 21-11-2023 (Tuesday).Celebrated the third full week in November, “National Pharmacy Week” is a time to recognize the powerful impact you make on your patients. It is an opportunity to raise your patients’ and colleagues’ awareness about the vital role pharmacists play on the healthcare team. The theme of this year is “Join Pharmacists to ensure Patient Safety”. Dr. A. Sumathy, Vice Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy delivered the welcome address and Pharmacy Practice HOD, Dr. Sivakumar. P officially flagged off the rally. About 100 students from Seventh Semester B Pharm and First Year Diploma participated in the rally held from Chittur Anikode Junction to Mini Civil Station. The rally was intended to sensitize the stakeholders and send a strong message to society regarding the role of Pharmacists in delivering proper health care facilities with special reference to drug administration and patient safety. Attractive placards were prepared by the students through which the message was passed on to the community regarding the role of Pharmacist in safety and efficacy of medicines. Along with this, pamphlets on Antibiotic resistance were distributed among the Chittur residents as a part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, celebrated from 18-24 November of every year, organized by IQAC and NSS Unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) .The students effectively spreaded awareness highlighting this year’s theme- “Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together”. The rally was a huge success in highlighting the importance of day.
World Diabetes Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness of Diabetes as a global public health issue and what needs to be done, collectively and individually, for better prevention, diagnosis and management of the condition. This World Diabetes Day, WHO will highlight the need for equitable access to essential care, including raising awareness of ways people with Diabetes can minimize their risk of complications. Activities will also celebrate the experiences of people with all forms of diabetes to help those impacted to take action, including seeking and obtaining essential care. On behalf of the day Prime college conducted an awareness program at Govt. Taluk Hospital, Chittur. Our Seventh Semester B Pharmacy students circulated patient information leaflets on focusing the importance of the day and also counseling were given to them about the prevention of diabetes. The program was well coordinated by Mr. A Mohamed Harish, Placement in charge, Dr. Archa S and Ms. Ameena Salim, Assistant Professors.
“Cleaning is not just about removing dirt but also about creating a sense of health and well-being”, recalling the words of Mahatma Gandhi, the NSS Unit ( NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) and IQAC of Prime College of Pharmacy organized “SAAPH : THE CLEANING CAMPAIGN 2023” in association with Navakerala Cleaning Mission of Government of Kerala and Kodumbu Grama Panchayath. The campaign was inaugurated by the Principal, Dr. N. L Gowrishankar. NSS Volunteers of Second Semester B.Pharmacy students along with the coordinators participated in the programme by collecting the waste materials in and around the campus. The students in different groups segregated the wastes materials into Degradable and Non-degradable. The Biodegradable waste materials collected were utilized for the biogas plant in the campus.The Non-degradable and e-wastes were collected and made ready to handover to the Harithakarmasena of Kodumbu Grama Panchayath. A self declaration form regarding the Green Protocol was submitted to the Panchayath Office by the Principal.
Antidrug campaign: A campaign to raise awareness about the major challenge that illicit drugs represent to society as a whole, and especially to the young. The goal of the campaign is to mobilize support and inspire people to act against drug use. Prime College of Pharmacy along with IQAC and NSS Unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) organized an awareness seminar as a part of Anti drug campaign in association with Vimukthi Mission and Kerala Excise Department. Dr. A. Sumathy, Vice Principal welcomed the gathering. The seminar session was conducted by one of the most renowned personality Mr. Abdul Bassith, Civil Excise Officer, Excise Range Office, Palakkad. The session was truly an eye opener to the students and staff members. He represented the campaign as an initiative against violations of human rights and inequality, especially in the areas of health, education, employment, safety and interaction. The students expressed their feedback about the seminar which was the highlight of the event. The antidrug pledge was recitated by the speaker and the delegates. The students who participated in the short film competitions as a part of the campaign was appreciated in the programme. The vote of thanks was delivered by Mrs. Aiswarya. A. T, Associate Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy. The programme winded up by quoting the words “Say NO to Drugs, Say YES to Life”.
An appreciation programme was conducted on 25-09-2023 by Vimukthi Mission, Kerala Excise Department, Palakkad branch for winning First prize in the state wide short film competition organized by the Kerala Niyamasabha Secretariat in association with Kerala Legislative Assembly Media and Parliamentary Study Centre as a part of awareness campaign on drug addiction. Our short film was based on the theme “SAY NO TO DRUGS” .The short film was telecasted and posted in the official channels and social media platforms of Government of Kerala and was used in the drug awareness campaigns throughout the state. The momento was distributed in the Vimukthi camp, conducted at Govt.Polytechnic College, Palakkad by the honorable MLA Mr. A. Prabhakaran, Malampuzha constituency in the presence of esteemed delegates participated in the programme.
The National Service Scheme (NSS) is a central sector scheme of the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.It aims to provide hands-on experience to young students in delivering community service. Every year, NSS Day is observed on September 24th across India.NSS Day 2023 was celebrated on 25th September at Prime College of Pharmacy, Palakkad. The NSS unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1) of Prime College of Pharmacy celebrated NSS DAY on 25.09.2023. On behalf of this day, the NSS flag was hoisted by NSS Programme Officer, Mrs. Aiswarya A T, Associate Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy. A speech reflecting on the rich history, significance, and noble ideals of NSS and a song was delivered by the students of the Second Semester B Pharm. The programme ended with the NSS day pledge and National Anthem.
National Coordination Centre - Pharmacovigilance Programme of India, Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission is celebrated 3rd National Pharmacovigilance Week from 17-23 september 2023. The Theme for this year was "Boosting Public Confidence in Pharmacovigilance". Prime College of Pharmacy conducted an internal seminar on 18. 09. 2023 based on the theme. The speaker for the session was Dr. P. Sivakumar, HOD, Department of Pharmacy Practice. An awareness programme was conducted on 20.09.2023 at Pudussery Family Health Centre organized by IQAC & NSS Unit (NSS/SFU/PKD/KUHS/1). The welcome address was given by Health Inspector Mr. Shogan Babu. The students actively participated in the awareness programme regarding Adverse drug reactions, Pharmacovigilance and Methods & importance of ADR Reporting by visiting outpatient department. The felicitation was given by Dr. P. Sivakumar, HOD, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Vote of thanks was conveyed by Mrs. Basheera. V, Associate Professor.
Every year on September 25, World Pharmacist Day is commemorated with the goal of highlighting and advocating the pharmacist’s contribution to health improvement. “Pharmacy strengthening health systems” is the theme of World Pharmacists Day 2023. On behalf of this day, Prime College of Pharmacy along with IQAC and NSS (Unit No. MP032A-126) organized a Blood Donation Camp in collaboration with Palakkad District Hospital , through which 29 units of blood was donated by both students and the staff members of the college. The camp was cordially inaugurated by Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy, addressing the camp regarding the relevance of blood donation. Dr. Indu V. P, Blood Bank Medical Officer, District Hospital Palakkad along with M. V .Mohandas, Technical Supervisor; and Ranjith . C, Councellor headed the camp. Benson, Nursing officer; Devika Ranjini; Ranjith and Mohammed Ali provided the necessary support along with the student volunteers. The drive witnessed an extensive participation from the donors. Following the camp, the Kerala State AIDS Control Society/Kerala State Blood Transfusion Council provided the certificates to the donors. The camp effectively ends up in bringing a ray of hope among the students and staffs to donate blood and make a difference in one’s life.
World First Aid Day is a global annual event observed annually on the Second Saturday of every September with the intention to promote awareness about the role of First Aid in saving lives. The aim of the day is to raise awareness of how First Aid saves lives every day, especially in situations of crisis. World First Aid Day 2023 focuses on the theme -“First Aid in the Digital World”. A one day awareness program was organized at Prime College of Pharmacy on behalf of this day. The program was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. N.L. Gowrishankar , Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy. The session started with a class by Dr. T. Sengottuvel , Professor, Department of Pharmacology. He explained about the on the need to know about the right first aid methods during emergencies. He presented a video about the CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and explained with a demo to the B pharmacy students. The training focused on aim of first aid, how to perform CPR, definition and types of bandages, wound care, how to manage every day minor accidents and learn how to treat an unconscious and breathing casualty and manage minor cuts, grazes, bleeding and burns. The session provided an on opportunity for everybody to promote and gain knowledge in First Aid.
The continuous struggle for women’s participation and equality in all spheres of life and society is observed on Women’s Equality Day on August 26. This year’s theme for Women’s Equality Day is #Embrace Equity. The theme highlights the need to achieve gender parity, which is not just essential for economic growth but also fundamental human rights. Prime College of Pharmacy celebrated this day highlighting the steps taken in the direction of achieving gender equality. The program began with the Welcome address by Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal followed by the Presidential address by Prof. Dr. C. I. Sajeeth, Executive Trustee, Prime Educational and Charitable trust. Mrs. Divya .D, Drug Inspector, Palakkad delivered the Inaugural address. Felicitation was given by Mrs. Kumari. K, Ward member , Kodumbu Grama Panchayath , Prof. Dr. K. Selvaraju , HOD ,Dept. of Pharmaceutics and Prof. Dr. Janarthanan.T, HOD, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Prof. Dr. Sumathy . A, Vice Principal concluded the session with a Vote of Thanks. Another interactive session on the topic “The future of Pharmacy: Recognizing and Empowering Women through Women’s Equality Day” was given by the Chief Guest- Mrs. Divya D, Drug Inspector, Palakkad. As part of the event, a mime was performed by Fifth Semester B Pharmacy students and skit was played by Second Semester B Pharmacy students, conveying the importance of the day. A human chain was formed in front of the college campus with the girls students and female staffs along with the guests.
World Organ Donation Day is observed every year on August 13 to spread awareness around importance of organ donation and bust myths around it. Donating organs is considered a noble cause as it amounts to leasing a person a new life. The theme for World Organ Donation Day 2023 is “Step up to volunteer; need more organ donors to fill the lacunae”. By becoming an organ donor, you can save the lives of others. Speaking on the importance of spreading awareness surrounding organ donation, the NSS Unit No. MP032A-126 along with IQAC at Prime College of Pharmacy organized programs highlighting the same. Our students actively participated by presenting several organ models for the competition. The winners were selected and prizes were distributed.
On behalf of World Breast Feeding Week (Aug1-Aug7), our students made a short film "JANANI" based on the theme "Let's make breastfeeding and work, work!" for creating an awareness among the public about the importance of breast feeding and the support needed for the feeding mothers who are working too. Our college in collaboration with Kodumbu Panchayath organized a class based on the importance of breast feeding in the Anganawadi, Kanjiramkunnam C No: 158, at Palakkad. Mrs. Basheera .V, Associate Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy has given an awareness class to those parents who assembled there. Dr. Aparna S S, Assistant Professor, has coordinated the program. Our students have distributed the brochures among the peoples in nearby areas. The programme was inaugurated by the Anganawadi teacher Mrs. Sathyabhama.
On behalf of the NAVA KERALA CLEANING MISSION 2023 “Be The Change You Wish To See In The World.” Prime college of pharmacy has participated in the cleaning campaign. The program was inaugurated by honorable Panchayath President Dhanaraj. He talked about the mission and appreciated students for the initiative taken voluntarily for the cleaning camp. Ms. Aiswarya A T, Associate professor, Prime College of Pharmacy has given the welcome address. Mrs. Sathyabhama, anganawadi teacher, Mrs. Mallika, Asha worker, Mrs. Vrindhalatha, CDS, Mrs. Shijila, Haritha kerala worker had also participated in the programme. Mrs. Kumari, Member 5th ward has given the vote of thanks. Students cleaned the near by areas and they separated the bio degradable and non-degradable waste products.
The Kerala Niyamasabha Secretariat in association with Kerala Legislative Assembly Media and Parliamentary Study Centre conducted a state wide short film competition as a part of awareness campaign on drug addiction. The students of Second semester B.Pharm have actively participated in the making of a short film based on the theme ”SAY NO TO DRUGS and bagged first prize of Rs. 10000 along with certificate and momento.The prizes was distributed in the International Book Festival 2023 by the Kerala PSC member Mr.Roshan Roy Mathew in the presence of Honourable speaker of Kerala Mr. A.N.Shamseer and Secretary Mr. A.M.Basheer. The short film was telecasted and posted in the official channels and social media platforms of Government of Kerala and will be used in the drug awareness campaigns throughout the state.
NSS unit of Prime College of pharmacy has organized an anti-drug campaign entitled SPARSHAM 2021-22 in collaboration with the Excise department, Govt of Kerala on 24.3.2022. The program conducted in the auditorium at 2 PM was began with the prayer song and Mrs. Aiswarya AT, Assistant professor, Prime college of Pharmacy welcomed the gathering. Prof Dr N L Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime college of Pharmacy delivered the presidential address. The program was officially inaugurated by Shri. P K Satheesh, Excise Circle Inspector, Excise circle office, Palakkad and delivered a detailed seminar on” Drug addiction and its consequences". The Anti-drug campaign was felicitated by Shri N Srinivasan, Excise inspector, Excise range office, Palakkad. Thereafter the students took a pledge against drug abuse administered by Shri Abhilash K, Civil Excise officer, Excise range office, Palakkad. Ms. Naeema, IInd semester B.Pharm student delivered the vote of thanks and the campaign was ended up with National Anthem.
On behalf of World AIDS Day, NSS unit MPO32-126 of Prime College of Pharmacy conducted an awareness programme at Kollengode, on December 1st 2019. The programme was facilitated by Mr. Guruvayoorappan, Health coordinator, HLL. The programme started by seeking the blessings of almighty and was officially inaugurated by Dr. Ashique Ismail. J, Scheduled Tribal Medical Officer, MMC-I, Attayampathy, Palakkad. Mrs. Vasanthamani. N, ST- Promoter, Tribal Extension Office, Kollengode, Palakkad, Mrs. Suja. A. J, Staff Nurse, MMC-I, Attayampathy, Palakkad and Miss. Roshma. M.R, MMC-I, Attayampathy, Palakkad, addressed the gathering. Mr. Guruvayoorappan, through his speech, created awareness among people about the disease and various Government Organizations for rehabilitation of HIV infected patients. Dr. Ashique Ismail. J along with the students and public lighted the candles and took a pledge. Thereafter the students divided themselves into different batches and distributed leaflets among the public to create awareness about the disease. Mr. Shabeeb, Student of Prime College of Pharmacy delivered the vote of thanks.
As a part of National Nutrition week 2019, Prime College of Pharmacy in association with Health Department Palakkad, conducted a drawing competition for students on 11.10.2019. The programme started with a prayer song. The occasion was graced by the presence of Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy, who enlightened the students about the importance of health and motivated them to adopt healthy lifestyle, through his speech. The competition was a great success with the active participation of students of Prime College of Pharmacy.
Safety, a major concern in the health system due to the increased number of causes of people suffering harm while receiving health care. Confessing the urgency of this scenario September 17, 2019 united in a celebration of the first ever “World Patient Safety Day”. The slogan for this year was “Speak Up For Patient Safety”. As a part of World Patient Safety Day 2019 the NSS unit (MP032A-126) of Prime College of Pharmacy has organized a campaign in Taluk Head Quarters Hospital, Chittur. Dr. Sarfaras, Ortho surgeon, THQH, Chittur has inaugurated the programme. Miss. Jyothi A, Asst. Prof., Prime College of Pharmacy has given the welcome address. The speech on the theme of World Patient Safety Day was given by Mrs. Aiswarya A. T., Asst. Prof., Prime College of Pharmacy. Students of NSS unit has actively participated in the campaign by counseling the inpatients of both male and female ward, and also the bystanders along with the patients. They have counseled outpatients about the urgency of the safety issues to the people. Miss. Shahanas, Asst. Prof., Prime College of Pharmacy delivered the vote of thanks.
On behalf of World Breastfeeding Week Celebrations 2019 (August 01 - 07), a Content Creation Competition was conducted for Professional Colleges on 02/08/2019. The programme was organised by Women and Child Development Department, ICDS Cell, Palakkad District, Government of Kerala. The theme for this year was "Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding". A district level competition was arranged to motivate the creativity of Students by uploading audio/ video clips in the social media related to the theme. The contest was compiled to give awareness about the importance of breastfeeding to the parents. Our students actively participated by creating videos and won first prize in the competition. The prize distribution was held at Palakkad District Public Library on 7th August 2019.
As a part of World Environment day - 2019 NSS unit MPO32-126 of Prime College of Pharmacy actively involved themselves in planting the saplings. The programme was officially inaugurated by Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal Prime College of Pharmacy by planting a Medicinal plant Lakshmitharu in our college campus. Followed by this a short speech was delivered by Muzammil, I year B. Pharm student on the theme “Beat Air pollution”. As a part of the session on oath was taken by the gathering, the programme was ended with National Anthem.
As a part of World NO Tobacco Day 2019, the NSS Unit of Prime College of Pharmacy and Mobile Medical Clinic of Palakkad District Hospital was conducted a camp at Meenakshipuram. The welcome address was delivered by Mr. Guruvayoorappan (Regional Co-ordinator, HLFPPT) and the camp was inaugurated by Dr. Ponni. K. Mohan (Medical Officer, Mobile Medical Clinic, Palakkad). Prime College of Pharmacy Assistant Professors Mrs. Aiswarya. A. T and Ms. Revathy. C have given classes on the topic "Tobacco and Health Risks". Our Students actively participated in the camp by distributing Leaflets and created awareness among the people in and around the locality. The skit and anti - tobacco oath influenced the crowd and the camp was a great success because of the public involvement.
On behalf of NSS unit of Prime College of Pharmacy a cleaning camp was conducted at Chemattiyapadam Anganwadi and surrounding area on 14-05-2019. The programme was inaugurated by the President of Kodumbu Panchayath Mrs. Shylaja and Mr. Dhanaraj (Vice President, Kodumbu Panchayath) has given the presidential address. Mr. Haridas (Block member), Mr. Unnikrishnan (Ward member), Mrs. Shantha (Health and Education standing committee member), Mrs. Komalam (Welfare and Development standing committee member) and Mrs. Sathi (Anganwadi teacher) also became a part of the camp. Proceeding the program, students of NSS unit cleaned the surrounding areas of Anganwadi, also separated the biodegradable and recycle waste.
As a part of Independence day celebration our NSS UNIT:MP032-A 126 of Prime College of Pharmacy has taken up programme involving the students of I, II, III year B. Pharmacy to focus on the theme “AZADI -70”. The programme started in the presence of our Principal Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar. Various events like essay writing, drawing competition etc were conducted as a part of the event.
On behalf of World Student’s Day 2018, Prime College of Pharmacy organized a blood donation camp with the help of Palakkad District Hospital- Blood Bank Unit on 12/10/2018. The welcome address was given by our beloved Principal Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar. The camp was inaugurated by Dr. Radhika Sukethu. About 70 members (students, teachers and non teaching staffs) participated in the camp and donated 35 units of blood.
On September 24th, NSS unit, Prime College of Pharmacy celebrated the NSS day. The event highlighted the history, motto, and basic concepts of NSS. September 24th is celebrated every year as NSS Day with appropriate programme and activities.
On behalf of NSS unit MPO32-126, Prime College of Pharmacy, as a part of World AIDS day, On December 1st, an AIDS awareness programme was conducted at Kollamkunnu. The programme was arranged by Mr. Guruvayoorappan, Health Coordinator, HLL. The ceremony was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy, Palakkad. Mrs. A. Sumathy, NSS Coordinator lighted the candles and the whole mass of students and public people took a pledge. Thereafter, the students were divided into different batches and participated in creating awareness among the public. Students distributed leaflets regarding the information about AIDS and provided awareness about the disease.
The National Cleaning Day camp with the joint efforts of Prime College of Pharmacy and NSS unit was conducted on 26-09-2017 as a part of NSS day (September 25) and Gandhi Jayanthi (October 2). The cleaning and awareness camp was organized under the guidance of Mobile Medical Unit of Palakkad District Hospital at Kanakkampara 7th ward Anganwadi. The camp was officially inaugurated by Mrs. Sumathy Chandran (Ward Member, 7th ward, Kanakkampara). As a part of the camp, skit and tableau was performed by our NSS students regarding the theme “Cleanliness is next to Godliness”. A cleanliness awareness class was given by NSS coordinator Mrs. Sumathy. A (Asst. Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy).
NSS Day was formally launched on 24th September, 1969. Therefore September 24th is celebrated every year as NSS Day with appropriate programme and activities which was celebrated in our college with the active participation of the Principal, staffs and students of the college.
Prime College of Pharmacy Palakkad, affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences conducted a seminar on Anti-Ragging laws on behalf of Taluk Legal Services Committee, Palakkad. The programme was conducted on Wednesday, 7th September 2016 in our college campus at 2.30 P.M. Prof. Dr. N.L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy presided over the function. Ms. V. V. Lakshmi, Asst. Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy welcomed the gathering. The programme was inaugurated by Smt. K. P. Indhira, Additional District Judge, Chair Person Taluk Legal Services committee, Palakkad, followed by the felicitation given by our II B. Pharmacy student Mr. Ilyas. A legal Literacy class was conducted by Sri. Vinoth Kynath, Advocate, Palakkad. Shri. Balasubramaniyan, Secretary, Taluk Legal Services Committee, Palakkad delivered the vote of thanks for the gathering. The programme was organized by our NSS Unit coordinator Mrs. A. Sumathy, Asst. Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy.
As a day of remembrance to serve the physically challenged persons, our NSS unit (NSSMPO32A-126) of Prime College of Pharmacy conducted a social service program at Jyothi Nilayam, Puduppariyaram, Olavakkode, Palakkad on 16.06.2016. Jyothi Nilayam is a home for around 100 mentally challenged Children. Our NSS volunteers as a refuge of compassion to bring a little solace to those in pain planned various events to entertain the children, so as a part of it we spent one whole day with those children and made them cheerful and motivated their talents, conducted games, drawing competition, dance, music and encouraged them by distributing prizes.
On behalf of NSS unit MPO32A-126, Prime College of Pharmacy, as a part of Swachh Bharath mission activities 2016, on June 13th, an Anti-Polythene Campaign was conducted in our institution. The welcome note and theme of this activity was explained to the gathering by our Principal, Prof. Dr. N.L. Gowrishankar. The mission was ended by undertaking the swachtha pledge by our NSS volunteers that they will keep their surrounding premises clean and serve for the community cleanliness.
As a day of remembrance of our former president Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam’s birthday our NSS students (NSS unit: MP032-1) organized the world students day celebration in our College on 15.10.15. The programme was conducted in presence of Principal, Faculty members and students of Prime College of Pharmacy.
The NSS volunteers (NSS unit: MP032-1) celebrated Gandhi Jayanthi – communal harmony day. As a part of the event, a tableau (Unity in Diversity between 1946 & 2015) and debate (Non-Violence Vs Violence) was conducted. Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy Inaugurated the function. The programme was an event of information and innovation.
Prime College of Pharmacy Palakkad, affiliated to Kerala University of health sciences conducted the NSS day celebration on behalf of our National Service Scheme (NSS unit: MP032-1) on 28.09.2015. The programme was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy, with the flag hoisting. As part of the celebrations our NSS volunteers were involved in the gardening activity.
Prime College of Pharmacy Palakkad, affiliated to Kerala University of Health Sciences conducted a seminar on Anti-Ragging laws on behalf of District Legal Services authority, Palakkad and Taluk Legal Services Committee, Palakkad. The programme was conducted on Tuesday, 8th September 2015 in the Pharmacy college campus at 2.00pm. Prof. Dr. N.L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy presided over the function. Mrs. Akila E., Asst. Professor, Prime college of Pharmacy welcomed the gathering. The programme was inaugurated by Shri. K. V. Jayakumar, Vth Additional District Judge, Palakkad. The programme was organized by our NSS Unit & Shri. Balasubramaniyan, Secretary, District Legal Services authority, Palakkad and Taluk Legal Services Committee, Palakkad. The felicitation given by Section officer Shri. Radha Krishnan. A legal Literacy class was conducted by Shri. N. Rajesh, Advocate, District Court, Palakkad. Mrs. Sumathy. A, Asst Professor, Prime College of Pharmacy delivered the vote of thanks for the gathering.
Prime College of Pharmacy Palakkad, affiliated to Kerala University of health sciences conducted the environment enrichment and conservation programme on 14.09.15 to 16.09.15. On behalf of National Service Scheme our NSS volunteers (NSS unit: MP032-1) were divided into three teams and each team participated themselves in cleaning the waste land and made the area clean for a proper utilization.
Prime College of Pharmacy Palakkad, affiliated to Kerala University of health sciences conducted the Inauguration programme of our National Service Scheme (NSS unit: MP032-1). The programme was inaugurated on 1st September 2015 in our college auditorium. Prof. Dr. N. L. Gowrishankar, Principal, Prime College of Pharmacy welcomed the gathering. The programme was inaugurated and the Chief Guest address was delivered by Dr. Venugopalan, District Medical Officer, Palakkad. On behalf of the NSS unit, Blood Donation Camp was conducted and the volunteers of the NSS unit actively participated and dedicated their services.