At Oriental Group of Institutes, education transcends the traditional classroom setting. We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals through a holistic approach that combines academic excellence with experiential learning.
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) in India is a voluntary organization which recruits cadets from high schools, colleges and Universities all over India. The Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and parades. The 2 Platoons of 107 boys SD cadets under the 1 MPCTR NCC Bhopal unit and 1 platoon of 53 Girls SW Cadets were raised in Oriental Group of Institutes were raised on 12-Oct-2005 under the 4 MPCTR NCC Bhopal Unit.
The NCC in India was formed with the National Cadet Corps Act of 1948. It was raised on 15 July 1948 The National Cadet Corps can be considered as a successor of the University Officers Training Corps (UOTC) which was established by the British in 1942. During World War II, the UOTC never came up to the expectations set by the British. This led to the idea that some better schemes should be formed, which could train more young men in a better way, even during peace times.
A committee headed by Pandit H.N. Kunzru recommended a cadet organization to be established in schools and colleges at a national level. The National Cadet Corps Act was accepted by the Governor General and on 15 July 1948 the National Cadet Corps came into existence.
Training
Drill, shooting, Physical fitness, map reading, First aid, Gliding/Flying, boat pulling, sailing and camp training covering basic of military training in Army, Navy and Air Force.
This training is mostly carried out in schools and colleges by the cadets. In addition, depending upon the type of service, basic knowledge of that service is imparted to the cadets e.g gliding , powered flying for Air Wing cadets and boat pulling, sailing for Naval Wing cadets form part of institutional training. These activities comprise approximately 50% of the entire syllabus.
This is the most imp aspect of NCC Training and hence great emphasis on institutional training to be given. State DDG's to issue comprehensive instructions on organising the Institutional Training at Group / Unit level.
Following actions will be taken to improve the standard of Training:
Drill
Cadets must be made to understand the aim and purpose of teaching drill, so that they are suitably motivated and do not take it as "fatigue". Emphasis will be laid on correct bearing, marching, saluting and arms drill. Inter-squad competitions may be organized to create interest.
Weapon Training
Cadets generally take keen interest in Training and firing. Units must liaise with nearby Service and Para-Military Units to ensure that all cadets get an opportunity to fire their authorized ammunition. Use of firing simulators may be made to optimize Training efforts where possible.
Youth Exchange Programme
This is a very important activity & is done to increase international understanding and bolster awareness. These exchanges are done with NCC community of 10 countries namely Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Canada, Maldives, Nepal, Singapore, UK, Russia and Vietnam at international level.
Checks
All OC Units are keeping a check of Institutional Training regularly to ensure proper attendance. Attendance registers are marked before the commencement of the parade. All DDG's are putting an effective monitoring mechanism which is in place to check attendance and conduct of this Training.
Adventure Training
Adventure activities have been incorporated in NCC training with the aim of inculcating and strengthening leadership traits amongst the cadets.
These activities in NCC can be broadly divided into the following:
Land based - Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Trekking
Water based - Sailing Expedition, White Water Rafting, Scuba Diving, River Crossing
Air based - Para sailing
Other Activities
NCC has adopted community development activities with the aim of imbibing amongst cadets selfless service to the community, dignity of labour importance of self help, need to protect the environment and to assist weaker sections of the society in their upliftment. This is envisaged through programmes involving:
