The NCC Republic Day (RD) Camp-2025, which began on Monday at the Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt, is a testament to the increasing interest that girls are showing in the country's defence services as the month-long event is witnessing participation from a record number of girls.
NCC RDC 2025 started with 'SARV DHARAM POOJA' a symbol of 'Unity in Diversity', bringing together over 2361 cadets across India of different region and culture. RDC camp also includes cadets from 15 Foreign Friendly country.
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According to defence ministry, as many as 917 among the 2,361 cadets from all 28 states and eight Union territories of the country participating in the event are girls. While Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are sending 114 cadets, 178 cadets are from North East Region.
Director General of the National Cadet Corps Lieutenant General Gurbirpal Singh congratulated the cadets for being selected to the camp and urged them to display the highest qualities of character, integrity, selfless service, comradeship and teamwork.
The Republic Day Camp holds the fundamental aim of instilling a profound sense of patriotism, discipline, and leadership qualities among the participating cadets, the ministry said.
"This annual event serves as a platform to offer cadets valuable opportunities for training, engaging in cultural activities, and participating in social service initiatives, thereby nurturing unity and pride," a statement from the ministry read.
