NCC Leadership Meet Focuses on Modern Training, Vision for Viksit Bharat

In his address, the Defence Secretary emphasised the NCC’s vital contribution to nation-building and youth development, noting its active role in a wide range of social outreach programmes across the country.

The two-day conference of Additional Directors General (ADGs) and Deputy Directors General (DDGs) of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) began at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on March 12, bringing together senior NCC leadership to review organisational priorities, training quality and expansion plans.

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh addressed the inaugural session, highlighting the need to modernise the NCC and align its future roadmap with India’s long-term development vision of “Viksit Bharat by 2047.”

NCC’s Role in Nation-Building

In his address, the Defence Secretary emphasised the NCC’s vital contribution to nation-building and youth development, noting its active role in a wide range of social outreach programmes across the country.

He urged senior NCC leadership to strengthen coordination and ensure that the organisation’s activities remain closely aligned with the policies and initiatives of the Central Government.

Such synergy, he said, would help advance the core objectives of the NCC, including youth empowerment, discipline, leadership development and civic responsibility.

Strengthening Training and Infrastructure

During the conference, Director General NCC Lt Gen Virendra Vats outlined key initiatives undertaken over the past year to expand the organisation and improve operational capabilities.

He highlighted ongoing efforts to:

• Expand NCC enrolment across institutions

• Strengthen training quality and curriculum

• Improve infrastructure and logistical support

• Enhance facilities for cadets nationwide

Senior officials also reviewed measures aimed at modernising training systems and improving institutional capacity.

Focus on Emerging Technologies

A major theme of the discussions was the introduction of training in emerging technology domains, reflecting evolving national security and technological priorities.

Key areas explored included:

• Drone training and unmanned systems

• Cyber awareness and cybersecurity education

• Integration of technology-driven learning modules for cadets

Officials noted that such initiatives would help prepare NCC cadets for future defence, technology and leadership roles.

Platform for Policy Dialogue and Strategic Planning

The conference serves as a key forum for senior NCC leadership from across the country to discuss policy issues, exchange best practices and coordinate implementation strategies.

Participants will deliberate on organisational reforms, training frameworks and expansion strategies aimed at strengthening the NCC’s role as one of the world’s largest youth uniformed organisations.

Officials said the discussions will help shape a long-term roadmap for enhancing NCC training standards, infrastructure and national outreach, ensuring the organisation continues to contribute to youth leadership and national development.