By: Lt Col JS Sodhi (Retd), Editor, GSDN
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) founded in 1948 is India’s youth organisation which imparts basic military training and plays a pivotal role in nation building. The instructors of NCC are trained in the National Cadet Corps Officers Training Academy in Kamptee who impart training to the school and college students who have excelled in various walks of life in their careers ahead.
In the continuance of good bilateral relations that India and Mauritius have had historically, in a path-breaking decision the two nations embarked to expand youth development and capacity-building framework.
Mrs. Dhanita Ramdharee, Deputy Permanent Secretary to Ministry of Youth and Sports, Government of Mauritius, along-with Mr. Darmalingum Mootien, Advisor, and Mr. Rajcoomar Seebah, Deputy Commissioner of Police, visited the NCC Officers Training Academy, Kamptee.
They were exposed to the ‘Training of NCC Trainers’ which helps build a strong framework of leadership, youth empowerment and nation-building through the NCC in a detailed presentation by Major General Upkar Chander, Commandant, NCC Officers Training Academy, apart from a conducted tour of the campus highlighting the training being conducted in the Academy.
The delegation was briefed on academy’s comprehensive training framework and its pivotal role in empowering of Associate NCC Officers to facilitate shaping disciplined and responsible youth. The team witnessed training activities, gaining first-hand insight into the functioning and ethos of the academy.
The delegation acknowledged professionalism and dedication displayed by NCC OTA, Kamptee, in its role as a model for youth development. The visit enhanced cooperation and strengthened people-to-people ties between India and Mauritius.
About the Author
Lt Col JS Sodhi (Retd) is the Founder-Editor, Global Strategic & Defence News and has authored the book “China’s War Clouds: The Great Chinese Checkmate”. He tweets at @JassiSodhi24.
