The All India Vayu Sainik Camp (AIVSC-26) witnessed a day of honour, achievement and inspiration on Day 11, with Lt Gen Virendra Vats, YSM, SM, VSM, Director General of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), visiting the camp and interacting with cadets.
On his arrival, Lt Gen Vats was received at the Central Hall by the Camp Commandant and accorded a Guard of Honour. The ceremonial welcome reflected the discipline, coordination and pride of the Air Wing cadets participating in the camp.
During the visit, the Director General viewed a static display of Apache helicopter aeromodels prepared by the cadets. The models showcased their technical skills, imagination and craftsmanship, highlighting the effort and patience invested in aeromodelling activities. He was also presented with a comprehensive camp report detailing the activities and achievements recorded during the first eleven days of the camp.
The felicitation ceremony was a major highlight of the day. Lt Gen Vats personally honoured cadets who secured medals in Skeet Shooting, .22 Firing, Aeromodelling, Health and Hygiene, and Cross Country. The ceremony recognised the dedication and sustained practice that contributed to their performances across the various competitions.
Following the ceremony, the Director General interacted with the media and joined the cadets for lunch at the Central Hall. The interaction provided an opportunity for engagement between the NCC leadership and the young participants, recognising their involvement and achievements during the camp.
Meanwhile, the Tent Pitching Competition reached its halfway stage, with participating contingents demonstrating speed, coordination and teamwork as they raced against the clock. Cadets worked together to raise the canvas, secure ropes and complete their assigned tasks, making the event a test of coordination and the ability to perform efficiently under time constraints.
The remaining contingents are scheduled to complete the competition the following day, as AIVSC-26 moves towards its concluding stage. With all other competitions reported to have concluded, the focus has shifted to the final phase of the camp and the completion of the remaining contest.
Day 11 brought recognition for medal-winning cadets while providing an opportunity to showcase technical skills and teamwork. For the winners, the felicitation marked recognition of their achievements; for other participants, the competitions offered motivation to continue improving and prepare for future challenges.
The visit of Lt Gen Virendra Vats highlighted the importance of discipline, technical creativity, sporting performance and teamwork in the NCC training environment. As AIVSC-26 approaches its final stage, the camp continues to provide cadets with opportunities to demonstrate their abilities, learn from competition and uphold the values associated with the National Cadet Corps.
