Itanagar, Dec 21: On the sidelines of the Himalayan University Convocation, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) interacted with the NCC cadets from various institutes of the State attending an Annual Training Camp at its Jollang campus on Saturday. 272 enthusiastic NCC cadets are participating in the Combined Annual Training Camp-134, conducted by 1 Arunachal Pradesh Battalion National Cadet Corps (NCC) under the aegis of NCC Group Headquarters, Tezpur.
The Governor exhorted the cadets to imbibe the ‘Nation First’ spirit in both thought and action, reminding them that true service to the country begins with character, commitment, and a sense of responsibility. He motivated them to become masters of their own destiny by practicing the highest standards of discipline, nurturing unwavering determination, and cultivating perseverance and self-motivation in every sphere of life.
Advising the cadets to take utmost pride in their roots, rich cultural heritage, and the nation, the Governor called upon them to embrace life with ambition and fearlessness and lead by example, and contribute meaningfully to the progress and unity of the nation. He encouraged them to move forward with confidence and resilience and rise above challenges with courage, and to remain steadfast in their resolve to excel.
The Governor visited the NCC stall and took a keen interest in the displays and presentations showcasing the achievements of 1 Arunachal Pradesh Battalion NCC. He commended the cadets for maintaining exceptionally high standards of drill, describing it as a reflection of their rigorous training, teamwork, and pride in the NCC ethos.
The Commanding Officer, 1 Arunachal Pradesh NCC Battalion, Colonel Samudra Vijay Sarma, briefed the Governor on the activities and achievements of the NCC and outlined that the CATC-134 Camp aims to foster camaraderie, discipline, and nationalism through a comprehensive programme of physical training, drills, yoga, battle craft, firing practice, sports, and leadership-building activities, complemented by creative engagements and motivational sessions to promote confidence, holistic development, and responsible citizenship among cadets.
3 Associate NCC Officers, and 12 Army instructors are actively involved in imparting training in the 10-day Combined Annual Training Camp, which began on December 13.

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