Srinagar, Aug 09: The 3 J&K Battalion of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Baramulla announced the ongoing NCC Camp at Panzgam in the border district of Kupwara.
The 10-day camp which commenced on August 04 has given an excellent opportunity to 325 cadets hailing from remote border regions of Kashmir like Uri, Kupwara, Handwara, Sopore, Pattan, Bandipora, Machil, Tanghdar, and Baramulla to experience regimented camp life, experience adventure and dedicated training in this beautiful camp at Panzgam, a defence spokesperson said in a statement issued here.
He said this remarkable initiative close to the LoC aims to foster patriotism, leadership, and discipline among the young cadets.
“The NCC Camp serves as a unique platform for the cadets to engage in a series of activities including Drill, Obstacle Training, weapon training, Firing, Map Reading and also presents them an opportunity to display their talent and skills in various competitions like debate, painting, volleyball, firing that promote physical fitness, mental agility, and character building,” he said.
Brigadier Tapas Kumar Pant, the local Brigade commander of Trehgam paid a visit to the Panzgam camp site of 3 J&K NCC Battalion Baramulla on August 09. Upon his arrival, he received an impressive Guard of Honour from the cadets, followed by a formal briefing from the Commanding Officer Col M S Kumar.
Subsequently, he toured the training area and observed practical classes being conducted by the instructors and the associated NCC Officers. Furthermore, being an ex-NCC cadet himself, he mentored the cadets by sharing valuable tips with all of them through his personal example and experience.
A tea party was arranged where he emphasized the advantages of joining the NCC and motivated the cadets to participate in various NCC-related activities. The camp is an embodiment of the commitment towards nation-building and empowering the youth to become responsible citizens.
“The high-spirited participation of these young cadets of North Kashmir which is being well appreciated by all the educational institutions & the local population has indeed projected the image of NCC as a true instrument of nation-building,” the defence spokesperson said.
