A band of 26 talented girls from the NCC Wing of Kamla Nehru College, New Delhi, played patriotic themes on the 75th anniversary of NCC at National War Memorial, in New Delhi on November 25, 2023. The Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane is also present.
TFP Bureau, New Delhi, Nov 25, 2023: The National Cadet Corps (NCC), the world’s largest uniformed youth organization established in 1948, is gearing up to celebrate its 75th Anniversary on November 26, 2023. This milestone marks a significant chapter in its legacy of instilling core principles such as discipline, leadership, and unwavering patriotism in the youth. In a solemn ceremony, Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane laid a wreath and paid homage to the fallen heroes on behalf of the entire NCC fraternity at the National War Memorial, New Delhi, on November 25, 2023.
Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane applauded NCC’s remarkable contribution to nation-building, stating, “NCC has reached a phenomenal landmark today. Over these 75 years, the distinguished organization stood firm to its ethos and emerged as an epitome of unity and discipline amongst the youth.” He extended his compliments to the NCC fraternity for their boundless accomplishments and assured them of all the assistance in their future endeavors.
As part of the event, a band comprising 26 talented girls from the NCC Wing of Kamla Nehru College, New Delhi, played patriotic themes, adding vibrancy and patriotism to the solemn occasion.
NCC takes immense pride in its integral role in nation-building over the past seven decades, molding the character of lakhs of NCC Cadets and instilling a sense of duty, preparing future leaders for our country.
Actively engaging in diverse initiatives such as social development, disaster relief, environmental conservation, and community service, the NCC has left a profound mark on the societal fabric. Leading up to the occasion, NCC cadets spearheaded a two-week-long ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa,’ a pan-India cleanliness and awareness drive, along with over 15 lakhs cadets participating in a one-hour ‘Shramdan’ activity on October 1, 2023, contributing their efforts to the cause.
On this historic 75th-anniversary day, NCC remains resolute in its dedication to shaping future contributors to society and nation-building. To mark the occasion, a series of events are being undertaken across the nation, including a blood donation drive, parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, cultural programs, and awareness campaigns showcasing the achievements and ethos upheld by the NCC.
