Rather than just being second line of defence, NCC syllabus lays greater stress on developing quality of leadership and grooming the youths of the country into disciplined and patriotic citizens. It also gives greater importance to areas like social service and youth management, said Governor Dr SC Jamir.
Inaugurating the Golden Jubilee celebration of 1 (Odisha) R and V Squadron, NCC at the OUAT, the Governor said this.
President Alumni Association lt Gen. (Retd) N Mohanty, Vice-Chancellor, OUAT Dr S Pasupalak, Deputy DG NCC Odisha) Commodore S Singh, OC 1 (Orissa) R and V Squadron Col PK Singh, Deputy Director, NCC, Odisha Dr SR Parija among others spoke on the occasion.Additional DG NCC AVM HJ Walia was present.
Dr Jamir released golden jubilee souvenir and felicitated members for exemplary achievement and contribution to the Unit.