Govt P.G. College Rajouri Celebrates 77th NCC Raising Day

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LIAQAT ALI KHATANA

RAJOURI NOV 24:-The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Unit (SD/SW) of Govt. P.G. College, Rajouri, marked the 77th Anniversary of NCC Raising Day with a spirited celebration, under the esteemed patronage of Principal Dr. K.K. Sharma and the guidance of NCC Officers Major Tanwir Ahmed and Prof. Salma Farooq.

The event commenced with a warm welcome extended to the chief guest, Dr. K.K. Sharma, by Prof. Salma Farooq. In her address, Prof. Farooq emphasized the significant role of NCC cadets in fostering discipline and unity within society. She further elaborated on the pivotal contributions of NCC cadets in community development, highlighting their active engagement in social service.

Cadets from both the Senior Division (SD) and Senior Wing (SW) took the stage, delivering powerful speeches that underscored their duties in nation-building and community service. The speeches focused particularly on the theme “Blood Donation: Need and Benefits,” underscoring the importance of blood donation as a life-saving activity and its potential to make a profound impact on society.

Dr. K.K. Sharma, in his speech, reflected on the integral role of NCC in shaping the personalities of youth. He stressed that NCC cultivates a spirit of patriotism and prepares cadets to serve the nation in various capacities, including community service and national defense. Dr. Sharma also lauded the dedication of Prof. Salma Farooq, Major Tanveer Ahmad, and the cadets for organizing such a vibrant and meaningful celebration. He further highlighted the achievements of the NCC Unit and wished them success in future endeavors.

In an effort to promote cleanliness and hygiene, the cadets participated in a massive campus cleanliness drive, underscoring the importance of maintaining a cleaner, healthier environment. Additionally, the cadets led a rally, raising awareness about blood donation and the NCC’s role in social service. The rally was met with enthusiastic participation from students, who joined in chanting slogans about blood donation and community service.

The event concluded with the rendition of the NCC Song, filling the atmosphere with patriotic fervor. The cadets took a solemn pledge to serve as better citizens of the nation, embodying the values instilled by the NCC in their daily lives.

This celebration of the 77th NCC Raising Day not only marked a significant milestone but also reinforced the NCC’s ongoing commitment to the development of responsible, service-oriented individuals