NCC/NSS/IIC - NCC
Prestigious NCC Unit Established at Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Degree College Kamareddy
*Kamareddy, Telangana – January 1, 2022*
In a momentous development for the Telangana Tribal Welfare Residential Degree College Kamareddy, a new National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit was officially inaugurated on January 1, 2022. This prestigious unit, under the 12 Telangana Battalion in the Nizamabad Group, marks a significant milestone in the college's history and in the promotion of disciplined leadership and service among its students.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of Colonel Vikram K. Rathod, Commanding Officer of the 12 Telangana Battalion. His leadership and commitment to fostering discipline and patriotism among the youth were evident as he presided over the event, setting a tone of excellence and dedication for the newly established NCC unit.
The event also saw the active participation of the college’s administration. Principal Mr. Ch. Srinivas Rao, CTO Mr. A. Naveen Kumar, and other staff members played a crucial role in the successful establishment of this unit. Their support and vision have been instrumental in integrating the NCC program into the college's framework, thereby enhancing the overall educational experience for students.
The introduction of the NCC unit is expected to provide students with invaluable opportunities for personal development, leadership training, and community service. The program will play a pivotal role in instilling discipline, a sense of duty, and a spirit of service among the students, aligning with the core values of the National Cadet Corps.
The college community is eagerly looking forward to the positive impact this new NCC unit will have on the students, fostering a sense of national pride and commitment to societal service. The establishment of the unit underscores the college’s dedication to providing a holistic education that prepares students not just academically, but also as responsible and engaged citizens.
As the NCC unit begins its journey, the college looks forward to a future filled with achievements and contributions from its cadets, guided by the principles of discipline and patriotism that the NCC embodies.
Inception and Significance of NCC
The NCC has its genesis in the "University Corps", which was created under the Indian Defence Act 1917 with the objective to train students for the Army, In 1920, when the Indian Territorial Act was passed, this "University Corps" was replaced by "University Officers Training Corps" (UTC). In 1942 the UTC was renamed as "University Officers Training Corps"(UOTC). In September 1946, a Committee was set up under HN Kunzru to establish a national youth organisation covering both schools and colleges. Consequently, the "National Cadet Corps"(NCC) came into existence on 15 July 1948 under National Cadet Corps Act (No XXXI of 1948) enacted by the Parliament and the Girls Division was introduced in 1949. To start with, only Army NCC Units were set up which followed by Air Force and Naval NCC Units in 1950 and 1952 respectively. This voluntary youth organisation, started with 20,000 cadets, today is probably the largest uniformed youth organisation in the world with 13 lakh cadets (boys and girls). The NCC Headquarters is located at New Delhi exercises control and coordination through 17 State Directorates. The NCC Officers' Training Academies for Officers OTA and Women Officers WOTA are located at Kamptee and Gwalior respectively.
Aims of NCC
- To develop character, comradeship, discipline, leadership, a secular outlook, a spirit of adventure and the ideals of selfless service amongst the youth of the country.
- To create a human resource of organised, trained and motivated youth, provide leadership in all walks of life and to be always available for the service of the nation.
- To create a suitable environment and motivate the youth to take up a career in the Armed Forces.
For the Country NCC is
- An outstanding symbol of National Integration.
- An excellent nurturing ground for the future leaders of the country.
- A great reservoir of disciplined and motivated youth who can contribute positively in all walks of life to build a better environment and a strong nation.
To students NCC provides
- Opportunities for personality development
- Incentives to achieve academic excellence
- Opportunities to participant in adventures activity Monetary and medical assistance for mishaps during adventure activities
- Opportunities to travel abroad
- Military like training without military service liability
To teachers NCC provides
- Status of service officers without military service liability
- Opportunity to lead cadets in performing socials service and adopt finer values in life to become better citizens of the country
- Opportunities to take part in adventure activities
- Opportunities to travel abroad
Enrolment of Cadets
The NCC is open to all regular students of Schools and Colleges on a voluntary basis. Boys and girls studying in VIll and IX standards are admitted in Junior Division / Wing. A cadet must have attained the age of 13 years on the day of enrolment. Boys and girls studying I/ II / III year degree course are enrolled in Senior Division/Wing.
Ethics of NCC cadets
- Be truthful, upright and obedient.
- Be mentally and physically robust.
- Be humane, cultured and compassionate.
- Always protect the weak
- Be respectful to instructors, parents and fellow cadets.
- Be loyal and faithful to the organisation you serve.
- Be punctual and well disciplined at all times.
- Spread the message of National Integration.
- Be open and transparent in personal conduct.
- Espouse social causes
Training Activities
Institutional Training: Military training, Parades, Camps and Certificate Examinations 'A/'B'/C.
Adventure Training and Sports: Para Sailing /Jumping, Micro Light Flying, Hang Gliding, Slithering, Wind Surfing, Scuba Diving, Ocean Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Water Skiing, Yachting, Cycle/ Motor Cycle Expedition, Trekking, Mountaineering Rock Climbing and Riding,.
Community Development /Social Service: Blood Donation, Tree Plantation, Eye Donation, Adult Education, Road Cleaning, Traffic Control, Anti-dowry Pledge, Anti- Leprosy Drive, AIDS Awareness Campaign, Cancer Awareness Programme, Fire Fighting, Visit to Cheshire Homes and Adoption of Villages, Campaigns to Save Energy, Rain Water Harvesting, Female Feticide, Pulse Polio Immunization, Anti Tobacco, Anti Drug Awareness, Coastal Cleaning.
Youth Exchange Programme: Visit to Russia, Nepal, Bhutan, Singapore, Bangladesh, Yangon, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Foreign Naval and Coast Guard Cruise.
Significant Events
• Republic Day Parade at New Delhi - 26 Jan
• Prime Minister's Rally at New Delhi - 28Jan
• NCC Day - Fourth Sunday of November
INCENTIVES TO NCC CADETS
Vacancies Reserved for NCC Cadets
• Indian Military Academy, Dehradun - 64
• Officers Training Academy, Chennai - 100
• Indian Naval Academy - 6 Per Course
• Indian Air Force Academy - 10% in all courses
Other Incentives
- For OR/Sailors/Airmen - Bonus marks/ preference given in recruitment
- Para Military Forces: BSF/CISF/ TBP/Coast Guard - Bonus marks/ preference given in recruitment
- Ministry of Communications - Bonus marks/ preference given in recruitment
- CRPF - NCC 'B'/ 'C' Certificate holders are considered eligible for recruitment to gazette posts.
- NCC - NCC'C' Certificate holders given preference in recruitment of Civilian Gliding Instructor /Girl Cadet Instructor /NCC Whole Time Lady Officer and Aero/Ship Modeling Instructor
- State Governments - Preference given to NCC Cadets in State Government Services including Police
- Industries - Sahara India, Reliance, Wipro and other MNCs prefer candidates with 'C' Certificate.
Camp Training
Camp training is an integral part of NCC training and the aims of the NCC are achieved primarily through conduct of Camps. Camp training provided a wide range of learning and training opportunities to the Cadets to include Weapon Training, Drill Field Craft, and Map Reading, Adventure activities like Camping, Mountaineering, Self-Defense, Civic Action Programmes and Campaigning for important social responsibilities. In addition, training on Seamanship, Sailing and Scuba Diving for the Naval Cadets and Flying, Gliding and Aero Modeling for the Air Wing Cadets were also undertaken.
NCC Dte (AP&T) stood first in IDSSC, second in AITSC, AINSC and sixth in AIVSC & IDSSC (Sports Shooting) in the trg year 2023-24.
The Directorate successfully conducted five National Integration Training Camps. A total of 81,000 Cadets were trained in 135 Camps conducted by the Directorate in the current year. In addition, 865 Cadets of the Directorate were sponsored for Centrally Organized Camps conducted by other Directorates to include Trekking, Rock Climbing, National Integration, Mountaineering, Expeditions and attachment to various Service Establishments.