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Daan Utsav 2024

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1. About Daan Utsav

Daan Utsav is an annual community-driven event held from 2nd to 8th October across India where people egage in various acts of Joy of Giving by volunteering or contributing to the welfare of the society.

CityNeeds Daan Utsav is being organized in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Ropar and Mohali in association with YuWaah by UNICEF, Meri LiFE by Ministry of Environement, Climate & Forest Municipal Corporation, Ludhiana. The initiative encourages the donation of used and new items through collection centers that are established in Institutions, Clubs, Industry and Houses. Donations include pre-loved clothes, books, toys, appliances, grocery, and more, which are then sorted and distributed to NGOs, self-help groups, and other beneficiaries. This event promotes the principles of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle (3R), supported by the Ministry of Urban Affairs and the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India.

Donation - Segregation -  Distribution

2. Partners

Municipal Corporation Ludhiana

Municipal Corporation Ludhiana has been supporting CityNeeds Daan Utsav from last two years with their promotional support and providing space for collection, segregation and distribution of material. This year MCL will also provide storage facility for collected material so that it can be distributed to NGOs/Slums as per their requirement on monthly basis.

YuWaah (Generation Unlimited India) at UNICEF

In 2018, as part of the UN Youth Policy 2030, UNICEF launched the global Generation Unlimited (GenU) movement to meet the urgent needs of young people between the ages of 10-24, expanding learning, skill development, employment, and engagement opportunities.

The India chapter of Generation Unlimited – YuWaah – was launched in November 2019. By 2030, in India, YuWaah aims to:

  • Build pathways for 100 million young people to aspirational socio-economic opportunities
  • Facilitate 200 million young people to gain relevant skills for productive lives and the future of work
  • Partner with 300 million young people as change-makers and create spaces for developing their leadership.

Launched by the Hon’ble Minister for Women and Children’s Development, Smt. Smriti Irani, YuWaah also received strong encouragement from the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in the form of a letter of support.

About UNICEF
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. UNICEF is working in more than 190 countries and territories, for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone. For more information about UNICEF and its work for children, visit www.unicef.org.

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City Partners

Ludhiana
Jalandhar
Mohali
Ropar
Delhi

3. About CityNeeds

CityNeeds (www.cityneeds.info) is an upcoming online platform dedicated to connecting local NGOs with donors and volunteers. By listing NGO project details and their requirements, CityNeeds facilitates meaningful contributions and volunteer work, enhancing communitysupport and engagement.

Objectives

  • Promote Sustainability: Advocate the 3R principles of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
  • Foster Community Engagement: Encourage active participation from individuals, institutions, and industries.
  • Support Local NGOs: Provide essential materials to NGOs, selfhelp groups, and needy individuals.
  • Raise Awareness: Educate the public on sustainability and environmental responsibility.

4. How Donation is done

We have created a system just for you. Give us a missed call and we will send you a list right away on whatsapp where you’ll be able to see your nearest collection centre.

You Can Donate between 2th to 8th October at any of the Collection Centers. Give a Miss call to 7877778803

5. Event Activities

  • Exhibition: Eco-friendly products & technology, gift items by NGOs
  • Food Stalls: Diverse food options for visitors
  • Thrift Store: Sale of collected material to promote reuse
  • Games & Cultural Events: Engaging activities for fun
  • Award Ceremony: Acknowledge volunteer contributions

6. What to Donate

In this few images, a complete list of items is provided. You can  see if any of these items are lying around in excess at your home and give them to someone who is in dire need.

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1. Clothes & Shoes
2. Beddings & Utensils
3. Grocery
4. Books
5. Toys & Games
6. Appliances
7. Medicine
8. Blood
9. Pledge Organ Donation
10. Dry Waste
11. E-Waste

7. Event Timelines

  • Launch – September 1, 2024
  • Social Media Posts – September 1 – October 8, 2024
  • Donation CollectionOctober 2 – October 8, 2024
  • Collection at Indoor Stadium October 10 – October 15, 2024
  • Institution Visits – October 10 – October 15, 2024
  • Segregation October 12 – October 19, 2024
  • Distribution Event – October 22, 2024
  • Institutional Visit for Expo – October 21-22, 2024 (1st Half)
  • Public Visit – October 21-22, 2024 (2nd Half)

8. Stake holders

  • Municipal Corporation Ludhiana
  • District Administration
  • Institutions
  • Industry
  • Clubs
  • NGOs
  • Media
  • Industry Associations
  • Individuals
  • Subject Matter Experts
  • Students
  • Parents

9. Team

Department
Convenor
Contact No.
PR IndustryDicky Chhabra9915639000
PR IndustryGeetanjali Bakshi9592084000
PR ClubsKirtti Grover9876900193
PR MediaAlice Guram9815683943
PR SocialMonika Jain9501983900
PR InstitutionsManpreet Kaur8289066979
Collection CentresArshdeep Kaur9878218703
Collection & SegregationMandeep Guddu9876056600
ExhibitionSahanu7087739596
Organic ProductsAmrita Mangat9858500086
Sustainable DevelopmentVipra Kale9749000021
Design & LogisticsDr. S.B. Pandhi9876020882
SponsorshipParamjeet Singh9915526263
AdvisoryAvneet Singh9814175754
VolunteersPravneet Kaur9814912221

10. Collection Centres

     Name Mobile No. Address
1. Dr.Puneet9814508230H.No.7, Agar Nagar Extension A Block
2. Gurmeet Singh9815478511Lodhi Club I – Block, BRS Nagar
3. Satpal Singh9872480000HJ – 264, Back Side Wave Mall, BRS Nagar
4. Ashoo Dewan98720 0053481 – G, BRS Nagar, Ludhiana
    Name Mobile No. Address
1. Gitanjali Gumber9463548272Ajit Nagar, Near Sanjeev Bakery
2. Raman Goyal8459166666Helping Hands Club Sangla Shiwala, Mandir Chowk
    Name Mobile No. Address
1. Sukhvinder          Kaur9815392302Swaaz Beauty Professional Salon & Academy # 3511 MIG Flats, Phase 2, Urban Estate Dugri, Back Side Sat Paul Mittal School
2. Dr. Shweta          Miglani9915633055Sco-1, Basant Vihar, Dugri Jawaddi Aroad, Opposite The Holy Tree
   Name     Mobile No    Address
1. Shelly   Malhotra   9815202211    Silver Tulip B 20, 2585 National Road, Ghumar Mandi

 

  Name Mobile No. Address
1. Gurpreet Singh9216814000H.No 1353/4C, Haibowal Khurd
2. Mandeep Keshav          Guddu9876056600#272 XG Rishi Nagar, Haibowal Khurd
   NameMobile No. Address
1. Parul Garg7009521005B-32/2, Banda Bahadur Nagar, Street No. 8, BahadurKe Road
     Name Mobile No. Address
1. Gurinder Pal          Singh9814226803173A, Model Town Extension
2. Davinder Singh      Gujral9814218192Pioneer Infosys, 229-1st Floor, Kochar Market, Opposite Police Chowky
3. Sukhjinder              Singh9781809597Pawar Laptop Point Opposite Sharma Sweets, Kochar Market
4. M P Singh9592517000Singh OpticsMiddha Chowk, New Model Town
     Name Mobile No. Address
1. Gurpratit Singh              President80543218762867/4, Mahindra Colony, Moti Nagar
2. Kundan Kumar98765065473900 EWS Colony, Tajpur Road, Near Dr. Yadav Clinic
3. Parteek Kumar              Verma9878612105Raj Rishi Medical Hall Chowk Sanjay Gandhi Colony, Tajpur Road
4. Rajan7707807607Smizel Smile Studio Shop No. 42 and 43, H I G Market Jamalpur
      Name Mobile No. Address
1. Dr.Manmeen Arora8872020922#3GF, Sant Isher Singh Nagar, Pakhowal Road
2. Niranjan Kumar959208846380 Gurdev Nagar, Back side Ranjit Tower, Pakholwal Road
3. Davinder Mahendru9316622221Complete Computer Care & Micro Solutions 90 Green Field, Near Punjab & Sind Bank, Pakhowal Road

 

    Name Mobile No. Address
1. Sangeeta Gupta981412345420, Country Homes East, Near South City, Ayali Village

11. Participating Institutes

1. BCM Arya Model Sr. Sec. School

2. Bhartiya Vidya Mandir

3. DAV Public School

4. Jesus Sacred Heart School

5. Kundan Vidya Mandir Sr Sec School

6. Police DAV Public School

7. Tagore Public School

8. Wahe Guru Public School

9. Arya College for Boys

10. Govt. Institute of Textile Chemistry & Knitting Technology

11. Khalsa College For Women

12. Partap College Of Education

13. S.C.D. Government College

14. Synetic College

15. Arya College for Girls

16. Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Sr. Sec. School

17. Saraswati Modern School

18. Guru Nanak Khalsa Girls Sen Sec Girls (Gujjar Khan)

19. Government College For Girls

20. Ramgharia College of Girls

21. Sat Paul Mittal School

22. Atam Public Sr. Sec. School

23. Drishti Dr. R.C. Jain Innovative Public School

24. Guru Nanak Public School

25. Sacred Heart High School

26. Khalsa Institute of Management & Technology for Women

27. Gurunanak International Public School

28. Indus World School

29. Malwa College Of Education Women

30. Pratap Public School

31. Ram Lal Bhasin Public School

32. Sri Aurobindo College of Commerce & Management

12. Sponsorship Opportunities

13. How can you participate?

 
partners
a. Individuals & Residents Colonies

You Can Donate between 2th to 8th October at any of the Collection Centers. Give a Miss call to 7877778803

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Donate New Items
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Donate Usable Items
toys
Donate Waste Material
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b. Institutions

Institutions have the most important role in mobilising youth in large numbers who further sensitize their families to donate the usable material.

This year we have a special drive for the youth to collect e-waste from their homes, factories and offices that we can collectively give to a professional processing unit and avoid the hazardous material going to our landfills that has serious consequences.

Students of an institution will bring the segregated, packed and labelled material to our main collection centres between 12th to 15th October.

Can provide Volunteers constitute working committees to organise the drive.
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c. Industry

We depend on Industry to fuel this drive in following ways

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d. NGO

NGOs can give their requirements of funds, new and used items and volunteers and CityNeeds will try to connect relevant donors and volunteers during CityNeeds Daan Utsaav and provide the required material.

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e. Students

14. What can you donate and how do we use it?

Visit our website www.cityneeds.info and see the requirements of our partner NGOs. If you feel like supporting that cause you can either visit the NGO or donate online. Your donations directly go to the bank account of the concerned NGO.

You can also donate any material that you are not using or even can buy new one and donate which can include the following

Contact Us:
8289066979
info@cityneeds.info
www.cityneeds.info

Zero Effect Zero Deffect

Attention:-Do not make any payment of ZED Certification to any person as Certification Fee / Hand Holding Fee is directly paid ONLINE to Quality Council of India through the MSME Mobile App or on website https://zed.msme.gov.in. The prescribed fee structure is available in the FAQ section on our website.

Zed Certification: 

ZED Certification Scheme for Sustainable SMEs: This scheme enables MSMEs to pursue ZED certification at three different levels – bronze, silver, and gold. Each level involves an assessment based on specific parameters.

Benefits by Government of India
  • Listing on https://zed.msme.gov.in/
  • Direct Listing of Silver & Gold on GEM (Government e-Marketplace) Portal
  • Concession in Processing Fee and Rate of Interest on Bank Loans
  • Joining Reward of Rs. 10000 (can be used for any certification)
  • Subsidy on cost of Certification (80%, 60% & 50%) upto Rs. 72000
  • Additional Subsidy for Women Entrepreneurs @ 10% upto Rs. 9000
  • Subsidy on cost of handholding / consultancy upto Rs. 160,000
  • Financial Assistant upto 75% of the total cost of testing or Management Systems or Product Certification with the maximum ceiling Rs. 50,000 (BIS, NABCB, NABL)
  • Financial Assistant upto Rs. 3 Lakh for technology upgradation for moving towards Zero Effect Solutions / Pollution control measures/cleaner technology
  • Admissibility of discount scheme in freight rates for parcels
Punjab Industrial & Business Development Policy dt. 08.02.2023
  • MSME units shall register themselves under the ZED Scheme and achieve maturity level at least Bronze category within 3 years from the date of production/expansion production.
  • In case of failing to achieve Bronze level certification, future disbursement of fiscal incentives including exemption of electricity Duty, Mandi Fees, Property tax, SGST Incentive etc. will be stopped
Benefits to MSME  by Punjab Government
  • 50% of cost (Max. Rs. 5 Lakh): Plant & Machinery/Testing equipment (Gold only)
  • 25% of cost (Max. Rs. 10 Lakh):  Registration of National Stock Exchange
  • 50% of cost (Max. Rs. 25 Lakh): adopting technology from a recognized National Institute
  • 75% of cost (Max. Rs. 1.5 Lakh): each for Energy/Environment/Steam/Water/ Safety Audit
  • 50% of cost (Max. Rs. 25 Lakh): on capital cost of Effluent Treatment Plant, Installation of Water Pollution Control Devices, and Installing Zero Liquid Discharge Technology
  • 75% of cost (Max. Rs. 10 Lakh/Rs. 20 Lakh) : Domestic Patent /International Patent
  • 25% of cost (Max. Rs. 10k) : Additional Support for Performance and Credit Rating Scheme
  • 100% of cost (Max. Rs.10 Lakh ): All quality certifications including ZED certification
  • 1% of FOB value or Actual Freight paid from the place of Manufacture to the place of shipment, whichever is less subject to Maximum of Rs. 20 Lakh per annum for 5 years.
  • Annual award of Rs. 1 lakh per unit for excellence in Productivity, Quality, Export for each category of enterprise
  • Reimbursement of the contribution of Industries of Rs. 1 Lakh per program for Design Awareness Program by National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad

Details required for ZED Certification

  1. Udhyam Adhaar Registration Certificate
  2. Photo of MSME Representative
  3. Photo of Building
  4. Photo of Working Area
  5. Photo of Product
  6. Photo of Raw Material Storage
  7. Photo of Finished Goods Storage
  8. Photo of Toilet
  9. Photo of Fire Extinguisher
  10. Photo of employees wearing Personal Protective Equipment like Jacket, Helmet, Gloves, Shoes, Mask etc.
  11. Photo of Product Delivery Record

FAQ

MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification is an extensive drive to create awareness amongst MSMEs about Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) practices and motivate and incentivize them for ZED Certification while also encouraging them to become MSME Champions. Through the journey of ZED Certification, MSMEs can reduce wastages substantially, increase productivity, enhance environmental consciousness, save energy, optimally use natural resources, expand their markets, etc. MSMEs will also be motivated to adopt best practices in work culture, standardization of products, processes and systems etc. in order to enhance their global competitiveness and sustainability. The ZED Certification aims at enhancing the competitiveness of an MSME by assessment, modification through guidance, handholding, managerial and technological intervention – not just certification.

Please visit ZED website to know about MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme at https://zed.msme.gov.in/

The ZED Certification envisages promotion of Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) practices amongst MSMEs so as to:

Encourage and enable MSMEs for manufacturing of quality products using latest technology, tools & to constantly upgrade their processes for achievement of high quality and high productivity with the least effect on the environment

Develop an Ecosystem for ZED Manufacturing in MSMEs, for enhancing competitiveness and enabling exports

Promote adoption of ZED practices and recognising the efforts of successful MSMEs

Encourage MSMEs to achieve higher ZED Certification levels through graded incentives

Increase public awareness on demanding Zero Defect and Zero Effect products through the MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification

Identify areas to improve upon, thereby assisting the Government in policy decisions and investment prioritization

ZED Certification is not mandatory by the Government; it is a voluntary scheme which will provide the MSMEs a roadmap to global competitiveness.

All manufacturing sector MSMEs registered with the UDYAM registration portal (of the MoMSME) will be eligible to participate in MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification and avail related benefits/incentives.

Visit the ZED website (https://zed.msme.gov.in/) and click on the ZED Certification tab. You will then be directed to the Login/Registration Page where you will have to put your Udyam registration number and associated mobile number to proceed further. Once the validation is done you have to read and take the ZED Pledge. You may also refer to the detailed User Manual for ZED Certification, which is available on the website and your dashboard under “My Document” section.

ZED Certification is based on processes oriented quality specific standard and does not replace any other regulation/requirement or certification.

The ZED Scheme will be implemented nationwide through Organisations and Agencies such as QCI, NPC, Industry Chambers like CII, FICCI & ASSOCHAM, MSME-Development Institutes, MSME Technology Centres, Industry Associations, BEE, and other implementing agencies.

The major activities under the ZED Certification Scheme are:

Industry awareness programs, regional/state/national workshops, training of officials of DIs, TCs, DICs

Training of Master Trainers, Assessors & Consultants

MSME KAWACH

Assessment, Certification and Surveillance

Gap analysis & Handholding for improving processes

International Benchmarking

Financial Supports

Site-assessments will be allocated to Assessment Agencies which have been accredited by Quality Council of India. The assessments will be carried out by Assessors from these accredited assessment agencies, who have undergone and passed a ZED Assessors training programme

The Gap analysis and handholding activity in the scheme will be allocated to Consulting Organizations which have been empanelled by Quality Council of India. The handholding will be carried out by Consultants from these empanelledOrganisations, who have undergone and passed a ZED Consultant training Programme.

Please click on https://zed.msme.gov.in/uploads/Guideline_Book.pdf 

Yes. This MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification Scheme covers all the MSME sectors belonging to manufacturing

All MSMEs which are registered with Ministry of MSME can avail scheme benefits irrespective of the certifications they may have.

Yes. All MSMEs which are registered with Ministry of MSME can avail scheme benefits irrespective of the certifications they may have.

ZED certification is independent of Certifications like ISO etc. MSMEs are free to obtain any other certifications simultaneously.

The office of DC-MSME is actively pursuing this and discussions are in process to establish recognition/preference to ZED certified units among CPSUs, OEMs, Large buyers etc.

ZED certification system addresses and provides roadmap for enhancing business and greatly cutting down the cost. Though this is a voluntary scheme, the implementation of ZED will not be a burden but a boon to the MSMEs.

No, the allocation will be done by the implementing agency through a pre-defined process.

At present this scheme is designed for the manufacturing MSMEs of India, however work is in progress to create a model for the MSMEs in the service sector.

No. Only the Udyam registered MSMEs can participate in this scheme.

The scheme is applicable for all states/UTs of India.

  1. A limited-purpose joining reward of Rs. 10,000/- will be offered to each MSME once they take the ZED Pledge which needs to be utilized within a defined time period for the purpose defined.
  2. The Ministry of MSME will provide a subsidy of 80% to Micro enterprises, 60% to Small enterprises & 50% to Medium enterprises. There will be an additional subsidy of 10% for the MSMEs owned by Women/SC/ST Entrepreneurs OR MSMEs in NER/Himalayan/LWE/Island territories /aspirational districts.

Cost of Certification

  1. Certification Level 1: BRONZE: Rs. 10,000/-
  2. Certification Level 2:SILVER: Rs. 40,000/-
  3. Certification Level 3: GOLD: Rs. 90,000/-

 

For more detail about the scheme you can download the guidelines of the scheme by following this scheme:https://zed.msme.gov.in/uploads/Guideline_Book.pdf

MSME Unit needs to be at least ZED Bronze certified to seek handholding support. Please see page number 17, Section 3.5 of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

MSMEs are eligible to apply for reimbursement on ISO or other Certifications only after achieving a ZED Certification Level. Date of such Certificate (for which reimbursement is being sought) needs to be after the date of relevant ZED Certificate against which the financial support is sought. Please see page number 12, Section financial assistance in testing/system/product certification

Joining reward can only be used against assessment fee. Please see page number 10, Section 3.4.5 c of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

There is no surveillance in Bronze. After expiry of validity the MSME needs to upgrade to Silver or Gold or renew Bronze. Please see page number 17, Surveillance and Section 3.4.8 of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

Surveillance in Silver Certification shall be done remotely. Please see page number 17, Surveillance of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

Since the Scheme and Standard have undergone changes, assessors/consultants/master-trainers will have to undergo fresh training and examination.

Industry Awareness programmes shall be conducted by Industry Associations, Implementing Agencies, MSME-DIs, District Industries Centres (DICs), Large Enterprises/OEMs, BEE. Please see page number 4, Section 2.2 of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

Consulting under the ZED Scheme shall be conducted by empanelled Consulting Organizations. Guidelines for empanelment of Consulting Organizations shall be uploaded soon on the ZED Website.

Assessments under the ZED Scheme will be conducted by only those Agencies which are accredited by NABCB. Please see page number 9, Section 3.4.1. of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

Apart from Assessment & Certificate under MSME KAWACH, MSMEs can get a detailed understanding of the SOPs/ Guidelines/Key-elements to be followed on COVID-19. This will help the MSMEs to carry out a quick self-assessment to identify gaps, if any, and make improvements. They shall also be provided Capacity building on the SOPs/guidelines issued, through virtual trainings/ webinars and through e-learning modules. Please see page number 23, Annexure 4 of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

The Management System Certification must be through a Certification Body that is accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB). Please see page number 12, 14 and 16, “Financial assistance in testing/system/product certification” of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

The subsidy will be applicable on only one Testing OR one Management System OR one Product Certification after achieving a ZED Certification Level. Subsidy is only on cost of Certification. Please see page number 12, 14 and 16, “Financial assistance in testing/system/product certification” point 5 of ZED Scheme Guidelines.

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2023

Eminent Speakers

Prof Vinay Sofat
Prof. Vinay Sophat
Sarabjit Singh Renuka
Sarabjit Singh Renuka
Dr. Nasir Akhtar
Dr. Nasir Akhtar
Bhikku Pragya bodhi thero (Monk incharge takhatshila mahabudh bihar)
Bhikku Pragya Bodhi Thero
Md. Usmaan Ludhianvi
Md. Usmaan Ludhianvi
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Parampal Singh
Harpreet Singh
Harpreet Singh
Father ajit partrick pa to Archbishop of Delhi
Father Ajit Partrick

PROGRAM DETAIL

1st Feb

Launch

Introduction of Interfaith Week & How can you Join

  • Introduction by Eminent Scholars of Sikhism, Muslim, Hindu & Christianity
  • Details of Series of events

4th Feb

Interactive Session on context of Interfaith as per Hinduism by Prof Vinay Sophat (Historian)

6th Feb

Interactive Session on context of Interfaith as per Sikhism by Sarabjit Singh Renuka (HOD, Journalism, PAU)

8th Feb

Interactive Session on context of Interfaith as per Islamism by Dr. Nasir Akhtar (Interfaith Historian)

10th Feb

Interactive Session on context of Interfaith as per Christianity by Father Ajit Partrick PA to Archbishop of Delhi

12th Feb

Interfaith Walk

09.00 am Church near Fountain Chowk

11.00 am Shri Durga Mata Mandir

01.00 pm Jama Masjid

02.00 pm Gurdwara Dukhnivaran Sahib

16th Feb

Concluding Event

  • Paper Presentation
  • Address by
    • Minister of Education
    • Deputy Commissioner
    • Police Commissioner
    • Municipal Commissioner
  • Honour the Partners, Participating Institutions, Participants
  • Message of Religious Harmony by top Religious Leaders
  • Prize Distribution Ceremony
  • Interfaith Meal

For more information, contact us 8146810006, email to info@cityneeds.info https://blog.cityneeds.info/wihm

Philosophy

“The World Interfaith Harmony Week” was first proposed at the UN General Assembly on September 23, 2010 by H.M. King Abdullah II of Jordan. The World Interfaith Harmony Week extends the Two Commandments by adding ‘Love of the Good, and Love of the Neighbour’. This formula includes all people of goodwill. It includes those of other faiths, and those with no faith. The World Interfaith Harmony Week provides a platform—one week in a year—when all interfaith groups and other groups of goodwill can show the world what a powerful movement they are.

Benefits for Participants

  • Learn about the meaning of Interfaith Harmony through various scholars and experts of different religions.
  • Learn how the religious inclusion and pluralism will lead to the formation of a good society.
  • Guided walking tour in the city to visit a Church, a temple, a Mosque and Gurdwara
  • Participation Certificate
  • Prizes to eligible candidates participate in Paper Presentation Competition on the topic of “Similarities between the Religions”

Daan Utsav

“CityNeeds Daan Utsaav” is about collecting usable material like clothes, woollens, beddings, toys, books, Medicines, utensils, appliances etc and giving to the needy through verified NGOs. You can also donate online by clicking DONATE. However, there are various other opportunities to join this noble cause in your city.
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1. Donor

Donors are the life line of any charity and without them everything is meaningless. You as a donor can give away any of the items such as clothes, woollens, beddings, toys, books, Medicines, utensils, appliances etc provided they are in usable condition. You can also choose the social sector close to your heart and donate online to any of our verified NGOs. You can give a missed call at 8289066979, receive a message on your WhatsApp, choose the social sector and donate on the cause you like or you can check these NGOs on our website by clicking Donate Button.

2. Dropping Centre

We need dropping centers across Punjab from 2nd to 8th October where our donors can come and donate the above material. If you are voluntarily willing to offer space to collect donated material you can click below and apply. Please read the instructions given before filling the form.

As a dropping centre you agree to voluntarily

  • Provide us adequate space and a person from 2nd to 8th October to receive the donated material.
  • Permit CityNeeds to publish your contact details and address on our website and otherwise to our donors in your vicinity.
  • Promote our campaign in your network
  • Attend all calls during this period and reply to their queries politely as per details provided by us.
  • Receive material from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm from 2nd to 8th October
  • Provide a person to help the donor, receive the material and note down the donor details to be uploaded by the end of the day so that a thanks message can be sent.
  • Agree to drop the collected material to a common designated point in your city on 9th October

If you agree to the above terms please register and we will get back to you. Register Button

3. Sponsor or Partner

“CityNeeds Daan Utsaav” is about collecting usable material like clothes, woollens, beddings, toys, books, Medicines, utensils, appliances etc and giving to the needy through verified NGOs. Thank you for your interest in supporting this cause that is being undertaken across different cities of Punjab. Attached please find the sponsorship proposal.

4. Beneficiary NGO

“CityNeeds Daan Utsaav” is about collecting usable material like clothes, woollens, beddings, toys, books, Medicines, utensils, appliances etc and giving to the needy through verified NGOs. If you are a registered NGO in Punjab you can give us your requirement and we will try to fulfil them through this campaign.

You should be having a track record in collecting and utilising one of these items in an efficient and effective manner.

You should be having a running project, infrastructure, manpower and most importantly beneficiaries to utilize this material and agree to lift it from the central location in your city.

You agree to post photos or videos of the utilisation of material on our social media. You can fill up the form below to know more.

Register Button

5. Volunteer

“CityNeeds Daan Utsaav” is about collecting usable material like clothes, woollens, beddings, toys, books, Medicines, utensils, appliances etc and giving to the needy through verified NGOs.

Whether you are a student, a working professional or a house maker you can join this campaign as a volunteer. We invite Volunteers to help us in this campaign through their network, social media, colleagues, institution or organisation. Besides promotion, you can help us in setting up and coordinating with dropping centres, mobilise sponsors or handling the donated material.

Swachhta Pledge

Please pledge here to for total cleanliness of surroundings this year!


Follow the steps mentioned below:

  1. Click on Proceed to Pledge Button
  2. Fill your contact details
  3. You will get your digital certificate on WhatsApp Number provided by you in 2-5 Minutes
  4. Share your Digital Certificate on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat, Twitter, LinkedIn etc.
  5. Motivate others to become part of this social cause and save lives.

Scholarship MS Office

QUEST SCHOLARSHIP – 10+2 Meritorious Students Passed Out in 2022

Quest Infosys Foundation is not-for-profit trust working in the education field from more than a decade. Quest Infosys Foundation strongly believes in the fact that monetary constraints should not be an obstacle for a student to have access to quality education.

To fulfil the IT Education dreams of students, Quest Infosys Foundation invites applications to avail Scholarships worth Rs. 4 Lakh in 2022.

100% Scholarship on Online Training on Microsoft Office with Certification to be offered with its Technology Partner VCO Edutech Pvt. Ltd., Ludhiana.


Students Passed 10+2 in 2022 from any Board



100 Scholarships for 100% off on Microsoft Office Online Training with Certification



Scholarship Amount Per Student

Course Scholarship Amount (for whole course)
Microsoft Office 3,999 Per Student for Complete Training & Certification


Scholarship Selection Criteria.

  1. Students will be selected for Scholarship based on the Marks obtained by them in 10+2 in 2022.
  2. After the closing date of Applications, Merit list to be preparedas per Marks obtained by the students.
  3. In case of same marks, younger student will get preference to avail Scholarship
  4. Scholarship to be offered on First-Come-First Serve basis.


25th August 2022 to 30th August 2022 till midnight



Students must fill the Scholarship Form as per desired information.

Selected Students need to produce the desired documents as & when required to avail the Scholarship


Scholarship Result Announcement Date

Merit List of Students as per criteria to be announced on 31st August 2022 at college website & Facebook Page of Quest & City Needs. Selected Students to be informed via E-Mail.

Students Deadline to avail the Offered Scholarship

Following steps to be followed by students selected for Scholarship

Scholarship for Microsoft Office Training & Certification

Students need to pay Online Facilitation Fee of Rs. 99/- to confirm the seat maximum by 5th September 2022.Online Payment to be done


Call 9814601047 for any help/queries

Online Training to be started between 7th-10th September 2022

Following are the Helpline/Information Numbers

10th August 2022 to 20th August 2022 till midnight

Issue Contact Person Name Phone No.
To Know More about Microsoft Office Online Training & Certification Mr. Munish Passi 9814601047
Technical Issues in filling of Forms Mr. Baljinder Singh 9814910700

To know more about Quest Group of Institutions

To know more and Join CityNeeds as a Volunteer

To know more about Microsoft Office Online Training

Volunteer

Join as Social Intern with Social Impact Startup

Benefits

  • Learning Opportunities
  • Earn Rs. 2500+ per month
  • Social Recognition
  • Participation Certificate
  • Work from home
  • Real Opportunities to practice Content Creation, Photography, Public Speaking, Communication Skills, Marketing, Business Operations & compassion
CityNeeds Mission
 

CityNeeds is India’s 1st online platform hosting City wise NGOs and connecting them with nearest and relevant donors and volunteers.

Individuals and NGOs list their requirements on our website that are notified to matching donors or volunteers who can help those in need. These requirements could be for Medical Treatment, Education Support, Food, Clothes, Shelter, Environment Conservation, Animal Care etc and can be fulfilled in cash or kind. The portal supports all online payment gateways and UPI’s and every penny donated is reflected on the website in the public domain.

NGO Expo

CityNeeds was launched on 27th February 2021 on world ngo day by way of organising 1st NGO Expo of Punjab where 45 local NGOs of Ludhiana and 10 departments of district administration showcased their activities to public. The expo was actively participated by the Cabinet Minister, Deputy Commissioner, Commissioner of Police, Municipal Corporation Commissioner, Mayor, Chairman Improvement Trust, Councilors and industrials.

Vaccination Drive

“People say, miracles don’t happen. But what happened on 3rd & 4th April 2021 in Ludhiana is nothing less than a miracle” said Sh Varinder Sharma (IAS) Deputy Commissioner Ludhiana. In times when people were reluctant to go for covid vaccination; CityNeeds with its partner NGOs organised numerous vaccination camps and just in 2 days 49000 people walked in to these camps go get vaccinated. CityNeeds coordinated those project for 3 months and could organise 1000+ vaccination camps  in Ludhiana and got over 4 lac people vaccinated.

COVIPEDIA

More than the impact of the covid virus, the misinformation around it was becoming more dangerous. CityNeeds in association with 33 doctors from 4 major hospitals namely Dayanand Medical College, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana Civil Hospital & Fortis Hospital made over 211 short videos regarding correct information around COVID. The videos were made available free of cost to the general public by the Deputy Commissioner and Civil Surgeon.

NGO Carnival

CityNeeds organised a mega NGO Carnival on 30th October 2021 before Diwali where 25 NGOs and 6 self help groups displayed and sold products made by them or their beneficiaries. We are happy that most of the NGOs could sell all the material they brought. This was an attempt to empower the NGOs to generate revenue for the underprivileged people who made such products.

CDF 2021

A mega donation festival was organised celebrating over 14 Indian festivals highlighting the importance of gifting and Donating. Before each festival it’s significance in our mythology was highlighted with an attempt to connect our new generation with our roots. People donated with open heart on all festivals like Janam Ashtami, Dushehra, Diwali, Dhan Trausti, Gurpurab, Christmas etc

 
Happiness Week

Bringing smiles on someone’s face is the most satisfying moment of our life. For 7 days our team of Volunteers visited different NGOs, old homes, disability centres, orphanages, slums and spent great time with the natives there with an intent to bring smiles on their face. A jubilant atmosphere was created and youngsters from affluent families could see the real life miseries people go through and still try to remain happy.

Mission Hara Bhara Ludhiana

In active association with District administration, forest department and partner NGOs, CityNeeds executed a one month project by the name of Hara Bhara Ludhiana.

Plantation was simplified to an extent that a team of volunteers with equipment and plants reached the premises of anyone who gave a call to our toll free number. More than 300 requests were received and over 8000 saplings were planted.

Milestones

CityNeeds Mission
 

CityNeeds is India’s 1st online platform hosting City wise NGOs and connecting them with nearest and relevant donors and volunteers.

Individuals and NGOs list their requirements on our website that are notified to matching donors or volunteers who can help those in need. These requirements could be for Medical Treatment, Education Support, Food, Clothes, Shelter, Environment Conservation, Animal Care etc and can be fulfilled in cash or kind. The portal supports all online payment gateways and UPI’s and every penny donated is reflected on the website in the public domain.

NGO Expo

CityNeeds was launched on 27th February 2021 on world ngo day by way of organising 1st NGO Expo of Punjab where 45 local NGOs of Ludhiana and 10 departments of district administration showcased their activities to public. The expo was actively participated by the Cabinet Minister, Deputy Commissioner, Commissioner of Police, Municipal Corporation Commissioner, Mayor, Chairman Improvement Trust, Councilors and industrials.

Vaccination Drive

“People say, miracles don’t happen. But what happened on 3rd & 4th April 2021 in Ludhiana is nothing less than a miracle” said Sh Varinder Sharma (IAS) Deputy Commissioner Ludhiana. In times when people were reluctant to go for covid vaccination; CityNeeds with its partner NGOs organised numerous vaccination camps and just in 2 days 49000 people walked in to these camps go get vaccinated. CityNeeds coordinated those project for 3 months and could organise 1000+ vaccination camps  in Ludhiana and got over 4 lac people vaccinated.

COVIPEDIA

More than the impact of the covid virus, the misinformation around it was becoming more dangerous. CityNeeds in association with 33 doctors from 4 major hospitals namely Dayanand Medical College, Christian Medical College, Ludhiana Civil Hospital & Fortis Hospital made over 211 short videos regarding correct information around COVID. The videos were made available free of cost to the general public by the Deputy Commissioner and Civil Surgeon.

NGO Carnival

CityNeeds organised a mega NGO Carnival on 30th October 2021 before Diwali where 25 NGOs and 6 self help groups displayed and sold products made by them or their beneficiaries. We are happy that most of the NGOs could sell all the material they brought. This was an attempt to empower the NGOs to generate revenue for the underprivileged people who made such products.

CDF 2021

A mega donation festival was organised celebrating over 14 Indian festivals highlighting the importance of gifting and Donating. Before each festival it’s significance in our mythology was highlighted with an attempt to connect our new generation with our roots. People donated with open heart on all festivals like Janam Ashtami, Dushehra, Diwali, Dhan Trausti, Gurpurab, Christmas etc

 
Happiness Week

Bringing smiles on someone’s face is the most satisfying moment of our life. For 7 days our team of Volunteers visited different NGOs, old homes, disability centres, orphanages, slums and spent great time with the natives there with an intent to bring smiles on their face. A jubilant atmosphere was created and youngsters from affluent families could see the real life miseries people go through and still try to remain happy.

Mission Hara Bhara Ludhiana

In active association with District administration, forest department and partner NGOs, CityNeeds executed a one month project by the name of Hara Bhara Ludhiana.

Plantation was simplified to an extent that a team of volunteers with equipment and plants reached the premises of anyone who gave a call to our toll free number. More than 300 requests were received and over 8000 saplings were planted.

Scholarship

TALENT HUNT - QUEST SCHOLARSHIP

Quest Infosys Foundation is not-for-profit trust working in the education field from more than a decade. Quest Infosys Foundation strongly believes in the fact that monetary constraints should not be an obstacle for a student to have access to quality education.

To fulfil the higher education dreams of students, Quest Infosys Foundation invites applications to avail Scholarships worth Rs. 34 Lakh in 2022. Scholarship for Degree Courses is offered to the students at its campus, Quest Group of Institutions located at, Chandigarh-Fatehgarh Sahib Highway, Mohali. Scholarship for Online Training of Microsoft Office to be offered with its Technology Partner VCO Edutech Pvt. Ltd., Ludhiana.


There are 2 types of Scholarship to be offered to students:-

  1. 50% Scholarship on Tuition Fee offered at Quest Group of Institutions, Mohali on following Courses (subject to availability of seats)
    1. B.Tech. (CSE)
    2. B.Tech. (Civil)
    3. B.Tech. (Mechanical)
    4. BBA
    5. B.Com.(Hons.)
    6. BCA
  2. 100% Scholarship on Online Training on Microsoft Office with Certification

Who Can Avail Scholarship

Students Passed 10+2 in 2022 from any Board.

Total Number of Scholarships:- 125

  • 25 Scholarships for 50% Tution Fee for B.Tech & other Degree Courses

  • 100 Scholarships for 100% off on Microsoft Office Online Training with Certification



Scholarship Amount Per Student

Course Scholarship Amount (for whole course)
B.Tech. 1.20 Lac per Student
BBA, BCA,B.Com. 45,000 per student
Microsoft Office 4,000 Per Student for Complete Training & Certification


Scholarship Selection Criteria.

  1. Students will be selected for Scholarship based on the Marks obtained by them in 10+2 in 2022.
  2. After the closing date of Applications, Merit list to be preparedas per Marks obtained by the students.
  3. In case of same marks, younger student will get preference to avail Scholarship
  4. Scholarship to be offered on First-Come-First Serve basis.


10th August 2022 to 25th August 2022 till midnight



Students must fill the Scholarship Form as per desired information & must submit following documents (Must be clearly readable) in soft copy

  1. 10+2 Marksheet
  2. Aadhar Card

Scholarship Result Announcement Date

Merit List of Students as per criteria to be announced on 31st August 2022 at college website & Facebook Page of Quest & City Needs. Selected Students to be informed via E-Mail.

Students Deadline to avail the Offered Scholarship

Following steps to be followed by students selected for Scholarship

Scholarship for Higher Studies Scholarship for Microsoft Office Training & Certification

Students needs to deposit the remaining fee at Quest Group of Institutions Campus along with 10th & 10+2 Mark Sheet, & Aadhar Card between 5-7th September 2022 between 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.


Call 9915676500 for any help/queries

Students need to pay Online Facilitation Fee of Rs. 99/- to confirm the seat maximum by 5th September 2022.Online Payment to be done


Call 9814601047 for any help/queries

Online Training to be started from 7th September 2022.

Following are the Helpline/Information Numbers

10th August 2022 to 20th August 2022 till midnight

Issue Contact Person Name Phone No.
To Know More about Microsoft Office Online Training & Certification Mr. Munish Passi 9814601047
To know more about B.Tech & Other Degree Courses Mr. Yashpreet Singh 9915676500
Technical Issues in filling of Forms Mr. Baljinder Singh 9814910700

To know more about Quest Group of Institutions

To know more and Join CityNeeds as a Volunteer

To know more about Microsoft Office Online Training