NCC cadets lead way in nation-building at DAV varsity camp

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) continues to uphold its revered tradition of shaping youth into disciplined, responsible and patriotic citizens. In this spirit, the Annual Training Camp 34 of the Two Punjab NCC Battalion is currently being held at DAV University, Jalandhar, under the dynamic leadership of Colonel Vinod Joshi.

This annual camp has become a beacon of how the NCC is actively contributing to nation-building by molding the youth into disciplined torchbearers of India’s future. With the camp nearing its seventh day, over 600 NCC cadets from 45 educational institutions are undergoing intense and holistic training sessions. Their rigorous schedule begins at 3.00 am and stretches until 10.00 pm daily, with the cadets braving the summer heat with steadfast discipline and unwavering dedication.

The camp’s curriculum is a balanced mix of physical, military, and intellectual training, including weapon handling, foot and weapon drills, obstacle courses, .22 rifle firing, fire-fighting techniques, section battle drills and map reading. In a step towards modernising the training, drone flying has also been introduced to the camp’s repertoire.

In addition to military drills, the cadets are engaged in activities designed to sharpen their communication and leadership skills. They are participating in lecture demonstrations, extempore speaking, and debate competitions. Cultural and Sanskrit activities are also being organised, highlighting India’s unity in diversity.

Physical fitness remains a cornerstone of the NCC training, with events like volleyball, basketball, tug-of-war and Kho-Kho infusing energy and enthusiasm into the camp environment.

This year’s camp, under the leadership of Colonel Vinod Joshi, exemplifies the transformative power of the NCC in nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. The cadets are emerging as not just physically fit individuals, but as confident, committed citizens who carry forward the values of discipline, service and national pride.