17 January 2026: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt on January 17 . He congratulated the cadets for a spectacular presentation depicting their passion, talent, discipline, and enthusiasm, which reflected India’s rich cultural diversity and the NCC’s motto of ‘unity and discipline’.
Applauding the role played by NCC over seven decades, the Defence Secretary highlighted that NCC has played a crucial role in shaping young minds with values of discipline, selfless service, and national pride, while actively contributing to disaster response, environmental protection, and nation-building efforts. He commended the exceptional courage and dedication shown by NCC cadets in Civil Defence duties during Operation Sindoor and their outstanding contributions to government initiatives such as Yamuna Cleanup Campaign, Blood Donation drives, and relief work during Wayanad floods in Kerala. He also lauded the cadets’ achievements in sports like shooting, hockey, and equestrian events, and appreciated the NCC’s focus on adventure activities such as mountaineering, sailing, and parachuting, which help channelize youth towards fitness, discipline, and perseverance.
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