**Executive Summary**
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 commenced at Delhi Cantt, witnessing a participation of 2,406 cadets and officers, including international participants. Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Director General, NCC, emphasized the importance of the camp for promoting national culture and traditions. The activities will culminate with the PM's Rally on January 28, 2026.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **NCC Expansion and Growth:**
* NCC has expanded its presence to over 90% of districts across the country.
* Cadet strength has significantly increased from 20,000 in 1948 to nearly 20 lakhs currently, with 40% being girl cadets.
* **NCC Activities and Camps:**
* In 2025, NCC organised 1,665 Annual Training Camps, 6 Special National Integration Camps, and 33 Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Camps.
* NCC conducted routine adventure activities and a Special Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Everest.
* **Major Initiatives and Participation:**
* Approximately 75,000 cadets participated in Op Sindoor, assisting civil administration and providing medical support, including voluntary blood donation.
* Border area outreach under Vibrant Villages Programme.
* Planted 8 lakh trees under the 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' campaign.
* Over 4 lakh cadets participated in Viksit Bharat young leaders dialogue quiz.
* Over 8 lakh cadets participated in International Day of Yoga.
* Over 50,000 cadets participated in Swachhotsav.
* 6 lakh cadets took part in 150-year celebration of "Vande Mataram."
* Drone flying training provided for cadets in 4 Remote Pilot Training Organisations (RPTOs).
* 3,000 cadets trained in Skill Manthan workshops.
* 340 cadets worked on 85 start-up ideas during Idea and Innovation Competition.
* **Expeditions and Training:**
* A Special Sailing Expedition is in progress around 21 uninhabited Islands of Andaman & Nicobar, dedicated to Param Veer Chakra awardees.
* Two Cycling Expeditions are being conducted to commemorate milestones and social reform activities.
* Approximately 94,400 NCC cadets from 315 districts nominated by MHA to be trained under Yuva Aapda Mitra Scheme by March 2026.
* **Camp Visitors:**
* The camp will be visited by dignitaries, including the Vice President, Raksha Mantri, Raksha Rajya Mantri, Chief Minister of Delhi, Defence Secretary, Chief of Defence Staff, and Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
**Impact Analysis**
**Cadets:**
* **Impact:** Provides exposure to national culture and traditions, leadership development opportunities, participation in social initiatives, adventure activities, and specialized training programs (e.g., drone flying, disaster management).
* **Action Required:** Participate actively in camp activities, training programs, and social initiatives; uphold the values of discipline and character.
**NCC Directorate and Staff:**
* **Impact:** Responsible for organizing and executing the RDC, coordinating training programs, facilitating cadet participation, and ensuring the smooth functioning of camp activities.
* **Action Required:** Coordinate logistics, conduct training, ensure cadet welfare, and facilitate visits by dignitaries.
**Ministry of Defence:**
* **Impact:** Oversees the NCC program, provides resources and support, and monitors the impact of NCC activities on national development and youth empowerment.
* **Action Required:** Provide funding, policy guidance, and administrative support for NCC programs.
**Civil Administration (Op Sindoor):**
* **Impact:** Receives assistance from NCC cadets in maintaining order, providing medical support, and organizing voluntary blood donation drives.
* **Action Required:** Coordinate with NCC to effectively deploy cadets for civil assistance tasks and ensure their safety and well-being.
Key Entities Referenced
National Cadet Corps (NCC): A youth development organization that aims to inculcate discipline, leadership, and patriotism among cadets.
DG NCC: Director General of the National Cadet Corps; refers to the office/organization.
Republic Day Camp (RDC): An annual camp organized by the NCC to showcase cadets' skills and achievements.
Delhi: Location of the Republic Day Camp and the DG NCC Camp.
Yuva Aapda Mitra Scheme: A scheme to train NCC cadets in disaster management.
Ministry of Defence
NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 Commences with
Grandeur at Delhi Cantt
NCC has expanded its footprint to over 90% of districts
across the country: DG NCC
प्रव तथ: 03 JAN 2026 5:32PM by PIB Delhi
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 commenced on a vibrant and
ceremonial note at the DG NCC Camp, Delhi Cantt. This year, the RD camp is witnessing a
participation of 2,406 cadets, including 127 Cadets from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and 131 Cadets
from North East Region. Cadets and Officers from 25 Friendly Foreign Countries will also take part under
Youth Exchange Programme (YEP).
Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Director General, NCC, congratulated NCC fraternity on successfully
completing 77 years of service. Reiterating the importance of Republic Day Camp, he said that it is a
platform to provide cadets with the exposure to the rich culture and traditions of our nation through
important events that take place in the National Capital during the run up for Republic Day.
While addressing the media, he highlighted the increasing presence of NCC Units in more than 90%
districts across the country. The strength of NCC Cadets has increased significantly from 20000 at the
time of its inception in 1948 to nearly 20 lakhs at present, which constitutes 40% girl Cadets. Lt. General
Vats talked about the role NCC plays in inculcating character and discipline in youth through various
camps. He told that in 2025, NCC organised 1,665 Annual Training Camp, 06 Special National Integration
Camps and 33 Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Camps to promotes integration and strengthen bond amongst
cadets of varied region and culture. Besides, routine adventure activities, NCC carried out the following:
Special Mountaineering Expedition to Mt Everest.
Approximately 75,000 Cadets participated during Op Sindoor, assisting the civil administration
and providing medical support, including voluntary blood donation.
Border area outreach under Vibrant Villages Programme.
Planted 8 lakh trees under ‘Ek Ped Maa ke Naam’ campaign.
More than 4 lakh cadets participated in Viksit Bharat young leaders dialogue quiz.
More than 8 lakh cadets took part in International Day of Yoga.
Over 50000 cadets participated in Swachhotsav.
6 lakh cadets took part in 150 yr celebration of “Vande Mataram”.
Drone flying training for cadets in 4 Remote Pilot Training Organisations (RPTOs).
3000 cadets trained in the Skill Manthan workshops.
340 cadets worked on 85 start-up ideas and solutions during Idea and Innovation Competition.
Talking about the ongoing expeditions, Lt General Vats told that a Special Sailing Expedition is in
progress around 21 uninhabited Islands of Andaman & Nicobar, dedicated to the Param Veer Chakra
awardees. Two Cycling Expeditions are being conducted to commemorate milestones, social reformactivities and the legacy of Veer Birsa Munda and Peshwa Bajirao. Also, approximately 94,400 NCC
cadets from 315 districts have been nominated by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to be trained in
coordination with National Disaster Management Authority under the Yuva Aapda Mitra Scheme by
March 2026.
The camp will be visited by a large number of dignitaries including Vice President, Raksha Mantri,
Raksha Rajya Mantri, Chief Minister of Delhi, Defence Secretary, Chief of Defence Staff and the Chiefs
of Army, Navy and Air Force. The activities will culminate with the PM’s Rally on January 28, 2026.
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