Over 550 National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets from across the country are participating in the all-India National Cadet Corps (NCC) trekking camp held at Japfü Christian College (JCC) Kigwema, Kohima district from January 11-18. A press release by PRO Defence informed that the cadets along with Instructor staff from states of Rajasthan, West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and North Eastern Region are participating in the first of its kind camp held in Nagaland.
The camp was inaugurated at the JCC, Kegwema on January 12 by Group Commander, NCC Group, Kohima, Brig Dipankar Saha and director of Youth Resources and Sports, Kethosituo Sekhose. A trek was also flagged-off jointly by both the dignitaries.
Addressing the cadets, Sekhose welcomed the cadets to serene and culturally rich state of Nagaland. He asked the cadets to make full use of their time and enjoy the pleasant weather and warmth of the state.
While interacting with the cadets, the group commander emphasised on role of the youth in nation building.
PRO said the camp was designed to give an exposure on adventure to the cadets, coming from various diverse parts of the country to the wilderness around the urban centres, and push them out of their comfort zones in a controlled manner.
The idea was to develop resilience and inculcate in the cadets a love for the outdoor activities, beside a sense of accomplishment that follows successful completion of any challenging activity. The cadets are organised in four groups for a full day hike, daily in the vicinity of Kigwema and adjoining areas. The second highest peak of Nagaland, Mount Japfü, provides a scenic backdrop to the trekking camp, and the cadets would also be hiking towards this peak. The cadets would be exposed to the cultural heritage and historical significance of the state through a visit to the Kisama Heritage Village.