GOVERNOR’S MEDAL AWARDED TO OUTSTANDING NCC CADETS

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In a glittering investiture ceremony, Governors Medal were awarded by Hon’ble Governor of Sikkim Shri Ganga Prasad to 36 outstanding NCC Cadets from the state of Sikkim at Chintan Bhawan on 26 Nov 2020. Hon’ble CM Mr. P.S. Tamang , Minister of Education, Sports & Youth Affairs Shri Kunga Nima Lepcha , Chief Secretary Mr. S.C.Gupta IAS, Department of Education Additional Chief Secretary Mr. GP Upadhyaya IAS, COs of 1,3 & 4 Sikkim Bns NCC along with other distinguished guests from Dept of Education, Principals, Associate NCC Officers and NCC Cadets from various NCC affiliated Schools and Colleges were in attendance.

A total of 36 Cadets from NCC belonging to all four districts of Sikkim were presented the medals for their outstanding achievements at both National and State level events in the year 2019 - 20. Three categories of medals were awarded by the Hon’ble Governor i.e 18 Gold, 10 Silver and 08 Bronze medals. Each medal had a Certificate and a Cash award along with it.

Gold medals were awarded to the NCC cadets participating at national level events and who represented the Directorate team in Republic Day Camp and Thal Sainik Camp at New Delhi. It had a cash award of Rs.5,000. Silver medals were awarded to the cadets who presented ceremonial salutes to the Hon’ble Governor and the Hon’ble Chief Minister and for commanding the contingent in State–level Republic Day and Independence Day parade. It carried a cash award of Rs.3,000. Bronze medals were awarded to cadets who excelled in other NCC activities and had a cash award of Rs.2,000.

Earlier, in his welcome address, Mr G.P. Upadhyaya, Additional Chief Secretary, Education department, said the event was a historic moment for the tiny Himalayan State as it is being organised for the fourth time. He expressed his gratitude and accorded a warm welcome to the Hon’ble Governor, Hon’ble Chief Minister and Minister for Education, Sports and Youth affairs and other dignitaries present.

NCC inculcates discipline, a sense of responsibility and dedication towards the nation amongst the Cadets which further leads to Nation building. It is the largest Uniformed Youth Organisation in the Country which actively participates in all Social and Community development activities initiated both by the Central and the State Governments .In addition, Cadets from all States and Union Territories participate at the Republic Day Camp and Thal Sainik Camp at New Delhi every year, wherein they depict their rich traditions and culture thus showcasing their state. NCC also provides a wide range of opportunities and unique experiences to develop leadership qualities and life skills.

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