In a first in Nagaland, an All India NCC Trekking Camp is underway at Japfü Christian College, Kigwema, Kohima. According to DIPR, a total of 550 NCC cadets along with Instructor staff from states of Rajasthan, West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha and North Eastern Region are participating in the camp that began on 11th January and will go on till 18th January 2024.
The camp was inaugurated at the JCC, Kigwema, on 12th January 2024 by Brig Dipankar Saha, Group Commander, NCC Group, Kohima and Director, Youth Resources & Sports, Kethosituo Sekhose. A trek was also flagged-off jointly by both the dignitaries.
Addressing the cadets, Group Commander Brig Dipankar Saha emphasised on role of the youth in Nation Building. Sekhose, meanwhile, welcomed the cadets to the serene and culturally rich state of Nagaland. He asked the cadets to make full use of their time and enjoy the pleasant weather and warmth of the state.
All India NCC Trekking commenced at Japfu Christian College, Kigwema, Nagaland on 12 Jan 24.
510 cadets from NER, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Sikkim & Odisha are taking part. Gp Cdr, NCC Gp Kohima and Dir DYR&S, Govt of Nagaland, inaugurated the camp on 12 Jan 2024 pic.twitter.com/1X5PLCB050— NCC Directorate North Eastern Region (@nccner) January 13, 2024
The camp is designed to give an exposure on adventure to the cadets, coming from various diverse parts of the country to the wilderness around the urban centres, and push them out of their comfort zones in a controlled manner. The idea is to develop resilience and inculcate in the cadets a love for the outdoor activities, beside a sense of accomplishment that follows successful completion of any challenging activity.
The cadets are divided in four groups for a full day hike, daily in the vicinity of Kigwema and adjoining areas. Mount Japfü, the second highest peak of Nagaland, provides a scenic backdrop to the trekking camp, and the cadets will also be hiking towards this peak.
The NCC cadets will also get exposure to the cultural heritage and historical significance of the state through a visit to the Kisama Naga Heritage Village.
