NCC Group Kohima, Group Commander, Brig PS Sangwan has informed that National Cadet Corps (NCC) has embarked onto the “Youth Empowerment” by way of skill development, domain specific training, placement guidance and assistance in collaboration with various corporates and skill development centres.
A press release by PRO defence informed that Brig PS Sangwan made this remark at the ongoing mega NCC Camp in Wokha.
Brig PS Sangwan also highlighted the efforts by the NCC to rope-in institutes and provide training and placement assistance under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojna and other government schemes in Airlines, Hospitality and other industries.
He informed the cadets about the tie up with ITC Hotels to select, train and employ NCC cadets under ‘We Shield – Loss prevention Training Program’.
Therefore, the Group Commander called upon the cadets to utilize the opportunities to train themselves at subsidized costs and chart their path to a successful career in well-paying industries. He also requested the cadets to motivate other students to join NCC and be part of the humungous development taking place in the country.
The event was attended by more than 520 NCC cadets who have been training in the Mega NCC Camp that commenced on June 7 under the aegis of 25 Naga Bn NCC, Mokokchung.
NCC is also planning to conduct a ‘Know Your NCC’ campaign wherein Info Kiosks and Stalls will be established in places of high footfall like ‘Hornbill Festival’ etc in order to showcase the history and achievements of NCC and the opportunities provided to the youth.
Meanwhile, the Group Commander extended gratitude to IGAR (N), Assam Rifles for making the premises available to hold the camp and to Commanding Officer, 40 Assam Rifles for the support for the smooth conduct of the camp.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025