GGV Saarthi Yojana
About GGV Saarthi Yojana
GGV Saarthi Yojana
Empowering Mobility and Inclusion
Introduction
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGV), with a vibrant academic community of more than 10,000 students, over 500 teaching faculty, and 500 non-teaching staff across 33 departments, supports 22 welfare schemes that enhance educational, physical, social, and cultural development. Among these, the GGV Saarthi Yojana, launched in 2022, stands out for enabling sustainable, inclusive, and accessible intra-campus mobility.
“Moving Together, Growing Together: Saarthi for Sustainable, Inclusive Campuses.”
Objectives
- Promote sustainability through electric, emission-free transport.
- Ensure equitable mobility for differently-abled, elderly, and all members.
- Simplify daily commuting for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- Cultivate student volunteerism through campus service initiatives.
Services Offered
- Intra-campus travel through four electric golf carts (two currently operational).
- Priority support for differently-abled, elderly, sick, and emergency situations.
- Volunteer-staffed operations, helping schedule rides and assist users.
- Transport coverage for students, faculty, staff, guardians, and visitors.
Volunteer Engagement
A core team of 30 trained Saarthi student volunteers manages ride coordination and assistance, supported by faculty supervisors. They also maintain logs, feedback, and maintenance reports.
Operational Statistics
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Launch | 2022 |
| Total Electric Carts | 4 (2 operational) |
| Active Volunteers | 30 student volunteers |
| Primary Users | Students (60%), Staff (10%), Parents (10%), Visitors (10%) |
| Special Use Cases | Differently-abled, Senior Citizens, Emergency Patients |
| Maintenance | Monthly servicing with feedback integration |
| Proposed Expansion | 12 carts under planning stage |
Impact and Outcomes
- Improved accessibility across campus.
- Strengthened inclusivity for differently-abled and elderly.
- Reduced carbon footprint with electric transport.
- Enhanced volunteerism, leadership, and empathy among students.
NEP 2020 Alignment
This scheme aligns with NEP 2020, specifically:
- Section 14.2: Integrating sustainability, well-being, and accessibility.
- Section 26.3: Promoting physical and mental well-being through supportive infrastructure.
- Section 20.3: Supporting disadvantaged groups with inclusive facilities.
Contact Person
Prof. Praveen Mishra
Programme Coordinator, NSS
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur (C.G.)
+91-6306752735
“Saarthi is not just a ride, it’s GGV’s drive towards dignity, inclusion, and sustainability.”
