The NCC Republic Day (RD) Camp-2025 commenced at the Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt, with “Sarva Dharm Pooja today on 30 December 2024. With the participation of 917 girl cadets, this year’s camp will witness the largest number of girl cadets. A total of 2,361 cadets from all 28 States and 08 Union Territories of the Country are taking part in a month long camp.
The participation includes 114 cadets from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and 178 cadets from North East Region (NER) presenting microcosm of “Mini India”. In addition, Cadets and Officers from 14 Friendly Foreign Countries (FFCs) will be also participating in the camp as a part of Youth Exchange Programme (YEP).
Speaking on the Occasion, Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh, DGNCC welcomed the cadets by congratulating them on being selected for the most prestigious camp of the NCC. He advised the cadets to display the highest qualities of Character, Integrity, Selfless Service, Comradeship and Teamwork cutting across the barriers of religion, language, caste in spirit of Nation First.
The Republic Day Camp holds the fundamental aim of instilling a profound sense of patriotism, discipline, and leadership qualities among the participating cadets. This annual event serves as a platform to offer cadets valuable opportunities for training, engaging in cultural activities, and participating in social service initiatives, thereby nurturing unity and pride.
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