The Scouts and Guides movement at KDS College aims to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual potentials as individuals, as responsible citizens, and as members of their local, national, and international communities.
The Scouts and Guides movement is a voluntary non-political educational movement for young people. It is open to all without distinction of gender, origin, race, or creed, in accordance with the purpose, principles, and method conceived by the founder Lord Baden Powell.
The main objectives of the Scouts and Guides movement are:
The Scouts and Guides unit at KDS College was established in 2012 with the aim of developing character, citizenship, and physical fitness among students. The unit is affiliated with the Bharat Scouts and Guides, the national Scouting and Guiding organization of India.
The Scouts and Guides unit at KDS College has been actively involved in various activities such as:
The unit has produced several Rajya Puraskar (Governor's Award) and Rashtrapati Puraskar (President's Award) winners.
Explore our Scout and Guide activities through these memorable moments captured during various events, training sessions, community service activities, and ceremonies.
Scout and Guide members during an interactive training session
Annual Scout and Guide ceremony with distinguished guests
Scout and Guide members during official inspection by dignitaries
Scout and Guide leadership team and officials
Recognition and award presentation to outstanding Scout members
Scout members in their official uniforms during indoor activities
Large gathering of Scout and Guide members with faculty
Scout members engaged in animal care and community service
Scout and Guide members during cultural and heritage site visit
Scout members visiting and serving elderly community members
A 5-day camp for Scout and Guide members to learn various scouting skills.
Testing camp for Rajya Puraskar (Governor's Award) for eligible Scout and Guide members.
Community service project in the adopted village as part of Scout and Guide activities.
Students interested in joining the Scouts and Guides unit at KDS College can contact the Scout Master/Guide Captain or the Student Affairs Office. The selection is based on the student's interest in scouting activities and willingness to participate in Scouts and Guides activities.
Development of leadership qualities and organizational skills
Opportunity to earn various proficiency badges and awards
Participation in various camps and adventure activities
Opportunity to represent the college at district, state, and national level events
