New Delhi, Nov 22 (IANS) On the eve of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) 78th Raising Day on Sunday, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh lauded the youth organisation’s contributions in multiple spheres, including the drone and Apda Mitra disaster-response training and national service.

Addressing a gathering, the Defence Secretary highlighted the NCC’s flagship initiatives to train the youth in national service and undertaking the Mt. Everest expedition and inclusion of drone and cyber training in the curriculum.

Earlier Singh and Director General NCC Lt Gen Virendra Vats joined a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial, an official said.

The observance set the tone for a nationwide celebration that highlighted the NCC’s steadfast role in nation building and youth deve

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