Prayagraj, August 04 (HS): 15 UP Battalion NCC successfully

conducted an Associate NCC Officers (ANO) Conference at the Battalion

Headquarters to review and streamline the forthcoming NCC enrolment process for

the academic session 2026–27. The conference witnessed enthusiastic participation

from ANOs representing affiliated schools and colleges under the Battalion.

The conference was chaired by the Commanding Officer, Col

Ritu Srivastava Rawat, who emphasized the vital role of ANOs in identifying,

motivating and mentoring deserving students to join the National Cadet Corps.

The Commanding Officer highlighted that transparent, merit-based and timely

enrolment is essential for maintaining the high standards of training and

discipline in NCC.

Detailed deliberations were held on the revised enrolment

schedule, eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, physical fitness

standards, medical examination, online enrolment procedures and timely

submission of cadet nominal rolls. Special emphasis was laid on ensuring

adequate representation of both Senior and Junior Divisions/Wings while

encouraging greater participation of girl cadets in line with the continued

expansion of NCC across the country.

The ANOs were also briefed on their responsibilities in

conducting awareness campaigns within educational institutions, organizing

counselling sessions for prospective cadets and ensuring strict adherence to

enrolment guidelines. Measures for improving institutional training,

strengthening cadet retention and enhancing participation in camps and

national-level competitions were also discussed.

The conference concluded with an interactive session during

which ANOs shared suggestions and best practices for increasing enrolment and

improving the quality of NCC training. The Commanding Officer appreciated the

dedication of all ANOs and expressed confidence that the coordinated efforts of

educational institutions and the Battalion would ensure a successful and

transparent enrolment drive, informed Wg Cdr Debartho Dhar, PRO &

Spokesperson,

Ministry of Defence, Prayagraj.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi