The 78th Raising Day of the NCC NCCDay in India was celebrated with exceptional zeal & a deep sense of patriotic commitment by cadets from the NCC Directorate Maharashtra, showcasing the organization’s vital role in youth development and nation building. Cadets participated in a rich array of activities, making the celebration a festival of service, unity, & discipline. Voluntary blood donation drives demonstrated the spirit of sacrifice & community responsibility. Swachhta Abhiyan reflected the strong commitment to public hygiene & the Swachh Bharat mission. Creative competitions like poster making, essay, & poem writing allowed cadets to express the role NCC plays in nurturing the Nation’s youth through art & words. Mass singing of the NCC song & taking the NCC pledge unified cadets, instilling a renewed sense of purpose towards the organization’s motto: “Unity and Discipline.” Tree plantation drives underscored awareness of environmental stewardship. Energetic debates, yoga sessions, and other community outreach activities reinforced holistic well-being & critical thinking skills. As Maharashtra’s cadets celebrated with enthusiasm, their activities became a microcosm of a nationwide movement; one that strengthens national unity, develops ethical citizens, & sets the stage for a brighter, stronger “Viksit Bharat@2047”.
Maharashtra NCC Directorate is among the best performing directorates of India.
The New ADG Major General Vivek Tyagi brings with him outstanding operational credentials including recent experience of commanding NCC Directorate (West Bengal & Sikkim) where transformational initiatives were undertaken in support of youth empowerment and the same were widely appreciated.
(Edited by Pratyusha Mukherjee, Sr.Broadcast Journalist, British Media)
