KATRA: Brigadier D. N. Pandey, Commander, NCC Group Headquarter, Jammu, visited Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) to review and interact with the NCC cadets of the university. He was accompanied by the Col. Sumit Bana, Commanding Officer of 6 J&K Battalion NCC, who also took part in the campus visit and interaction sessions.During the visit, Brig. Pandey was presented with a detailed overview of the various NCC activities undertaken by the cadets at SMVDU.
The cadets showcased their participation in numerous events including awareness campaigns, adventure activities, and community service initiatives. The Group Commander appreciated the discipline, enthusiasm, and commitment displayed by the cadets.Brig. Pandey and the Commanding Officer also held a meeting with Prof.Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SMVDU.
The discussion focused on enhancing NCC engagement and expanding opportunities for cadet development within the university framework. The Vice Chancellor expressed his appreciation for the role of NCC in character-building and assured continued institutional support.The visit was coordinated by Dr. Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU. Dr. Dutta provided an in-depth briefing on the structured implementation of NCC activities. The presence of senior NCC officials served as a great source of motivation for the cadets.