NCC Director General Lt Gen Tarun Kumar Aich, AVSM, called on Governor Prof Ganeshi Lal at the Raj Bhavan here on Monday.
He apprised the Governor about the recent initiatives being taken by the NCC to ensure better training including introduction of simulators, powered aircraft VIRUS sanction from Army, Navy, Air Force and CAPF for use of training facilities.
He also informed that the Odisha Directorate took active part in the NCC coastal expansion drive initiated by the Prime Minister and fully subscribed to the vacancies allotted to it in a record time.
The DG also briefed the Governor about introduction of NCC as a General Elective Credit Course under the Choice Based Credit System in all universities and colleges in alignment with the NEP 2020.
He also appreciated the efforts made by the State Government for the furtherance of NCC activities.
The Governor complimented the DG for the active contribution of NCC cadets during the times of disasters, especially during the ongoing Covid-19.