New Delhi, Jan 18 (Bureau) The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is not just an organisation but a movement which transforms young minds into more responsible and patriotic citizens,” Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said on Thursday. While praising the efforts of the NCC in creating the future heroes of India, he described the Republic Day camp as an amalgamation of diverse cultures, languages and traditions, which reflects the vibrant image of the country at the international stage & its identity of Unity in Diversity.
The Minister was addressing the NCC cadets during his visit to the NCC Republic Day Camp at Delhi Cantt here, an official statement said. The MoS for Defence also lauded the NCC for inculcating values & skills in the cadets and developing their leadership abilities. True to its motto ‘Unity & Discipline’, the NCC has grown from scratch into the largest uniformed youth organisation in the world, he said. Recalling his days as an NCC cadet, Bhatt said that the organisation filled him with a profound sense of pride. He appreciated their commendable efforts towards the community service schemes like ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’, ‘Ganga Utsav Campaign’, ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’, ‘Plastic Pollution Campaign’, ‘Coastal Clean-up Day’ and ‘World’s Rivers Day’ etc. which had a positive impact. The Union Minister concluded his address with a call to rededicate ourselves to the ideals of the Constitution and strive to build a more inclusive & stronger India on this Republic Day. After the ‘Guard of Honour’, Bhatt visited the ‘Flag Area’ which portrayed various social awareness themes and cultural activities.