New Delhi, Jan 23: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Thursday visited the NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 at Delhi Cantt, where he interacted with National Cadet Corps cadets and reviewed a ceremonial Guard of Honour.
During the visit, the Defence Minister presented Raksha Mantri Padak and Commendation Cards to cadets in recognition of their outstanding performance and dedication to duty.
Addressing the gathering, Singh stressed the importance of physical, mental and emotional strength among the youth, especially at a time when the world is witnessing growing uncertainty. He urged young people to stay resilient and prepared to face all kinds of challenges.
The Raksha Mantri also lauded the role played by NCC cadets in creating public awareness during nationwide mock drills conducted under Operation Sindoor. He said their contribution reflected discipline, responsibility and commitment to national service, and encouraged cadets to continue drawing inspiration from such efforts.
