**Executive Summary**
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 in Delhi on January 19, 2026. The CNS addressed the cadets, highlighting the NCC's role in nurturing youth and reaffirming the Indian Navy's support for NCC training. He also urged the cadets to uphold the NCC ethos.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Visit and Address:**
* CNS Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi visited the NCC RDC 2026 on January 19, 2026.
* He was accorded a Guard of Honour upon arrival.
* Admiral Tripathi congratulated cadets on their selection for the RDC.
* He applauded their parade turnout, drill, band performance, and cultural presentation, referring to their display as "Bravo Zulu".
* **NCC's Role and Contribution:**
* The CNS highlighted the NCC's role in nurturing youth with patriotism, discipline, and social responsibility.
* He noted the contribution of nearly 72,000 NCC cadets in civil defence during Operation Sindoor.
* He appreciated the new training measures adopted by NCC, including drone operations and cyber awareness.
* **Life Lessons and Guidance:**
* The CNS shared five life lessons with cadets:
* Staying away from distractions and practising self-discipline.
* Continuous learning and upskilling.
* Physical and moral courage.
* Being a team player ("One for all, all for one").
* Never giving up.
* **Indian Navy's Support:**
* The Indian Navy reaffirmed its commitment to supporting NCC training through initiatives, including:
* Puneet Sagar Abhiyan.
* Specialised training camps.
* Hands-on exposure to seamanship, sailing, and yachting.
* Ship attachments.
* Overseas deployments.
* Educational visits.
* **Additional Activities:**
* Cadets from Birla Balika Vidyapeeth displayed a band performance.
* The CNS visited the Flag Area showcasing culture, history, and development.
* Cadets presented static and functional models of ships and aircraft.
* A cultural show reflecting the NCC motto was performed.
**Impact Analysis**
**NCC Cadets**
* **Impact:** The visit serves as encouragement and recognition for their efforts. The life lessons and emphasis on unity, discipline, and integrity aim to guide their personal and professional development.
* **Action Required:** Uphold the NCC ethos of unity, discipline, and integrity, and dedicate themselves to the nation.
**Indian Navy**
* **Impact:** The visit reinforces the Indian Navy's relationship with the NCC and provides opportunities to guide and inspire future generations of naval officers.
* **Action Required:** Continue supporting NCC training through various initiatives.
**NCC Organisation**
* **Impact:** The CNS's appreciation of new training initiatives validates their efforts and encourages further innovation.
* **Action Required:** Continue to innovate and adapt training programs to meet evolving needs.
Key Entities Referenced
National Cadet Corps (NCC): A youth development organization supported by the Indian Navy for training cadets.
Republic Day Camp (RDC): Annual camp for NCC cadets, visited by the Chief of Naval Staff.
Chief of Naval Staff (CNS): Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, the head of the Indian Navy, who visited the NCC Republic Day Camp.
Indian Navy: Committed to supporting NCC cadets through various training initiatives like Puneet Sagar Abhiyan and All India Nausainik Camp.
Operation Sindoor: Civil defence efforts where nearly 72,000 NCC cadets contributed.
Ministry of Defence
Chief of Naval Staff visits NCC Cadets at
Republic Day Camp 2026
प्रव तथ: 19 JAN 2026 5:55PM by PIB Delhi
The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, visited the National Cadet Corps
(NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt on January 19, 2026. He was accorded
the Guard of Honour on his arrival by NCC cadets drawn from army, navy and air force wings.
During his address, Admiral Tripathi recalled his own days as an NCC cadet and congratulated
the cadets on their selection for the prestigious Republic Day Camp. He applauded their
outstanding parade turnout, precision drill, band performance, and cultural presentation - giving
the display a “Bravo Zulu” in naval parlance.
Highlighting the pivotal role played by NCC in nurturing youth with values of patriotism,
discipline, and social responsibility, CNS noted the exemplary contribution of nearly 72,000
NCC cadets in civil defence efforts during Operation Sindoor. The CNS appreciated the new
and innovative training measures adopted by NCC, including initiatives related to drone
operations and cyber awareness.
“India’s youth are a force for global good,” quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the CNS
expressed his faith in the youth to shape Viksit Bharat by 2047. Drawn from his own service
experience, he shared five life lessons with cadets to help them realise their full potential in life:
Staying away from distractions and practising self-discipline.
Continuous learning and upskilling to remain relevant in a fast-changing world.
Physical and moral courage in the face of challenges, drawing inspiration from heroes
such as Lt Arun Khetarpal and Capt Mahendra Nath Mulla.
To become a team player – ‘One for all, all for one’.
Never Give Up
He reaffirmed the Indian Navy’s commitment to supporting NCC cadets for training through
initiatives like Puneet Sagar Abhiyan, specialised training camps like All India Nausainik Camp,
hands-on exposure to seamanship, sailing and yachting, ship attachments, overseas
deployments, and educational visits to Indian Navy ships, submarines and shores.
Concluding his address, Admiral Tripathi urged the cadets to uphold the NCC ethos of unity,
discipline, and integrity and lead a life dedicated to the nation.As part of the event, a band performance was displayed by cadets of Birla Balika Vidyapeeth,
Pilani, Rajasthan Directorate. After which, the CNS visited the Flag Area, depicting the rich
culture, history and development of various states and union territories, followed by a technical
and academic exhibit wherein cadets showcased static and functional models of ships and
aircraft. A cultural show was also presented by NCC cadets through music and artistic
performances reflecting the NCC motto, “Rashtriya Pratham, Kartavya Nishthh Yuva.
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