TheDepartment of Happiness (DOH) at LJ University (LJU) in Ahmedabad is a unique social initiative focused on community welfare and student development. Unlike a traditional academic department, it operates as a charitable arm that involves students in social service to build empathy and well-rounded personalities.
Core Activities & Initiatives
Free Meal Service
The department provides free daily meals to approximately 300 ultra-poor individuals and slum dwellers in Ahmedabad.
Pandemic Relief
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the DOH launched a free tiffin service specifically for home-quarantined patients in the western part of Ahmedabad.
Skill & Resource Distribution
Beyond food, the initiative distributes essential items like flour, sweets, and snacks in slum areas, particularly during festivals like Diwali.
Student Volunteering
Beyond food, the initiative distributes essential items like flour, sweets, and snacks in slum areas, particularly during festivals like Diwali.
Philosophical Objective
The department aims to transform students into "socially sensitive citizens" by moving from "meals to skills". It is a brainchild of the university's leadership to ensure that high academic performance is balanced with ethical and moral values.
