Jammu, 9 June (H.S.): In a historic and unprecedented event, the NCC Cadets of the NCC Directorate Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh participated in a State-level adventure Parasailing camp at the picturesque village of Jhullus in Poonch, barely 500 meters from the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK). This unique adventure activity conducted from 03 to 09 June 2025, was organised by 5 J&K Battalion NCC, Poonch by their dedicated and well-trained team, marking a remarkable milestone in the region’s history.

The event saw the active participation of 100 NCC cadets and Associate NCC Officers from various colleges across the Poonch and Jammu regions. These young NCC Boys & Girls hailing from diverse backgrounds, demonstrated exceptional skills, confidence and bravery in undertaking such a challenging activity, which is considered a significant component of adventure training aimed at building leadership, resilience and national pride among the youth.

This adventure parasailing camp was not only a major achievement in terms of activity execution but also held profound symbolic significance.

Coming shortly after the ongoing Operation SINDOOR, a strategic offensive launched by India in May 2025 against terrorist organisations operating from Pakistan and the aftermath of Pakistan’s inhuman heavy artillery shelling on civil population, Col Naresh Kaushik, Commanding Officer said “the event served as a powerful display of the determination and courage of Indian youth and the successful conduct of this activity, in a sensitive border area facing persistent security challenges, reaffirmed the resolve of the nation to empower its youth and reinforce their confidence”.

The participants underwent rigorous training sessions, which included safety drills, physical endurance exercises and meticulous planning, culminating in parasailing flights. The NCC cadets, under the watchful guidance of their officers, soared high into the sky, capturing breath-taking views of the border landscape subjugating fears and showcasing their resilience. The activity was meticulously organised to ensure safety and maximum experiential learning, allowing the NCC cadets not only to challenge their physical limits but also to develop teamwork, leadership and a sense of discipline.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Krishan Kumar