Guwahati, 06 November (HS): Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday attended the valedictory ceremony of the Brahmaputra Sailing Expedition 2026 at Pandu Port in Guwahati, welcoming the participating National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets upon completion of their 10-day journey.

The Chief Minister interacted with the cadets and also joined them aboard a boat, rowing alongside them to encourage their successful expedition.

Organised by the NCC Directorate, North Eastern Region, the expedition commenced from Biswanath Ghat on October 28 and covered approximately 248 km along the Brahmaputra, passing through six districts — Biswanath, Sonitpur, Nagaon, Darrang, Morigaon and Kamrup Metropolitan.

A total of 100 Senior Division and Senior Wing cadets from the 48 and 49 Assam Naval Units participated in the expedition using six DK Whaler boats.

Apart from sailing and adventure activities, the expedition focused on promoting social service, cleanliness, anti-drug awareness and the legacy of Bir Lachit Barphukan. It also highlighted the values of discipline, teamwork and community responsibility among the participants.

Addressing the gathering, Sarma said the cadets had successfully completed the expedition inspired by the courage and valour of Bir Lachit Barphukan. He commended their courage and determination, describing the NCC's initiatives to involve students in nation-building activities as highly appreciable.

The Chief Minister also lauded the efforts of the NCC Directorate, North Eastern Region, for engaging students of Assam in activities aimed at strengthening their contribution to nation-building.

Additional Director General of NCC Directorate, North Eastern Region, Major General Anurag Vij, Additional Chief Secretary to the Assam government B. Kalyan Chakravarthy and several senior NCC officials were present at the ceremony.-------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash