Dimapur September 4 (MExN): Combined annual training camp for NCC Cadets of Nagaland was conducted from August 24 to September 2, 2011 at Civil Defence and Home Guard Training Centre, Toluvi. Altogether, 466 Cadets from 23 Institution covering four districts participated, comprising of 24 NL (I) Coy NCC, 25 NL (I) Coy NCC, NO 1 Naga Girls Battalion and Co-ordinating Unit No 1 (NL) Air (Flg) Sqn NCC. This was informed in a press note issued by SC Mishra, WO, Adjutant, For Commanding officer.
The note also stated that Camp Commandant Squadron Leader S Akheto Jakhalu (Indian Air Force), Commanding Officer No 1 Naga Air NCC Sqn Dimapur in the inaugural address explained the aim and objectives of the camp and encouraged the cadets to build up the leadership qualities, develop positive attitude, increase awareness level, excel in academics and be an asset to the society by providing leadership in all fields.
The various training activities imparted to the cadets during the camp were awareness workshop on AIDS and ill effects of alcohol by MO Dimapur, disaster management and first aid lecture and demo by Nagaland Home Guard, Visit to ATC, Dimapur airport , small arms display by 24 Assam Rifles, small arms firing and theory for all cadets, drill, PT, Games competition, Taekwondo ,yoga classes ,cultural extravaganza and Aeromodelling workshop by AMI from 51 Assam Air NCC due to non availability of AMI in the state. In addition, lecture classes on SSB and leadership by the Camp Commandant, Technical and non technical classes by the staff of the Unit.
During the camp, Col Abhay Singh Gp commander of Kohima Group visited the Camp and encouraged the cadets to appear for the NCC A, B and C certificate and utilize the certificate for future job prospects as it carries job reservation and incentives in private/public sector and central paramilitary forces. The note further mentioned that Cadets with NCC ‘C’ certificates with ‘B’ grading, (50% marks in graduation) and wanting to join armed forces as officers are exempted from appearing UPSC written exams and called for SSB interview directly on recommendation of CO unit. Presently 10 Cadets from the state have applied for the 31st special entry Scheme.
The note also stated that Camp Commandant Squadron Leader S Akheto Jakhalu (Indian Air Force), Commanding Officer No 1 Naga Air NCC Sqn Dimapur in the inaugural address explained the aim and objectives of the camp and encouraged the cadets to build up the leadership qualities, develop positive attitude, increase awareness level, excel in academics and be an asset to the society by providing leadership in all fields.
The various training activities imparted to the cadets during the camp were awareness workshop on AIDS and ill effects of alcohol by MO Dimapur, disaster management and first aid lecture and demo by Nagaland Home Guard, Visit to ATC, Dimapur airport , small arms display by 24 Assam Rifles, small arms firing and theory for all cadets, drill, PT, Games competition, Taekwondo ,yoga classes ,cultural extravaganza and Aeromodelling workshop by AMI from 51 Assam Air NCC due to non availability of AMI in the state. In addition, lecture classes on SSB and leadership by the Camp Commandant, Technical and non technical classes by the staff of the Unit.
During the camp, Col Abhay Singh Gp commander of Kohima Group visited the Camp and encouraged the cadets to appear for the NCC A, B and C certificate and utilize the certificate for future job prospects as it carries job reservation and incentives in private/public sector and central paramilitary forces. The note further mentioned that Cadets with NCC ‘C’ certificates with ‘B’ grading, (50% marks in graduation) and wanting to join armed forces as officers are exempted from appearing UPSC written exams and called for SSB interview directly on recommendation of CO unit. Presently 10 Cadets from the state have applied for the 31st special entry Scheme.
