Kohima: The Combined Annual Training Camp for National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets from Nagaland commenced on January 9 at the Assam Rifles Camp, Wokha. Organized under the aegis of NCC Group Kohima, the 10-day camp will conclude on January 18, 2025.
A total of 400 cadets, comprising both boys and girls, along with their respective Associate NCC Officers and instructor staff, are participating in the camp. Commanding Officer of 1 Naga Girls NCC Battalion, serving as the Camp Commandant, oversees the training.
The camp features a rigorous training program, including physical training, marching, field craft, weapon handling, firing, and other service-related subjects. During the inaugural address, the Camp Commandant briefed cadets on the camp’s objectives, focusing on leadership, character development, soldier’s life, and essential life skills.
In addition to military training, the camp incorporates sessions by various state departments on contemporary and relevant topics such as disaster relief, higher education, startups, employment generation schemes, and fire safety.
Cadets will also participate in recreational activities such as kite flying and tug-of-war, providing a balanced training experience. For many, this camp marks their first exposure to community living and a quasi-military environment.
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