Guwahati: 500 NCC Cadets Attend Training Camp at Sarusujai Stadium

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Guwahati: Around 500 National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets are participating in a 10-day training camp organised by 30 Assam Battalion NCC at Sarusujai Stadium in Guwahati from October 8 to 17.

The camp, which includes both boys and girls, aims to familiarise cadets with military life and discipline while developing leadership, teamwork, self-discipline and a spirit of service to the nation.

Addressing the cadets at the opening of the camp, Commanding Officer Col Tapas Mandal highlighted the importance of discipline, patriotism and leadership in shaping responsible citizens.

During the camp, cadets are receiving training in various military and life skills, including map reading, drill, firing, disaster relief and management, national integration, health and hygiene. The activities are designed to improve their practical knowledge, physical endurance, confidence and ability to work as a team.

Special emphasis is being placed on national unity, civic responsibility and preparedness to respond to challenging situations, particularly during natural disasters and other emergencies.

Brig NC Khuman, Commander of NCC Group Headquarters, Guwahati, visited the camp on October 11 and interacted with the cadets.

Encouraging the participants to make the most of the training, Khuman urged them to acquire new skills and prepare themselves to become responsible citizens who can contribute to the vision of a developed India by 2047.

He also highlighted the role of such camps in providing cadets with valuable training experiences and reinforcing the core ideals of the NCC, 'Unity and Discipline'.

The training camp is scheduled to conclude on October 17.

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