Many defence aspirants who appeared for the NDA 1 2021 exam on 18th April 2021 are waiting for the UPSC NDA 1 2021 written exam result. According to the sources, NDA 1 2021 result will be declared by the UPSC very soon. Candidates can check their NDA 1 2021 results on UPSC’s official website.
NDA 1 2021 SSB Interview Date: Selected candidates are required to register on the official website of the Indian army and follow the instructions as mentioned in the official result pdf file. Candidates will be called for the SSB interview in a month or two.
NDA 1 2021 Important Date
NDA 1 2021 EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES
Notification Release date
30 December 2020
NDA 1 2021 Application Start
30 December 2020
NDA 1 2021 Apply Last Date
19 January 2021
Release of Admit card
2 Weeks before Exam
NDA 1 2021 Exam date
18 April 2021
Declaration of result
May – June 2021
Also, NDA 2 2021 notification will be coming today on 09th June 2021. Candidates are required to apply online by using the website upsconline.nic.in. The Commission has introduced the facility of withdrawal of application for those candidates who do not want to appear for the examination.
In the run-up to the Passing Out Parade (POP) scheduled to be held at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) on June 12, the Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor’s Parade was conducted on Tuesday.
A total of 341 Indian and 84 foreign Gentlemen Cadets displayed their immaculate turnout and precision marching. This marks the preparation for the grand finale later this week and symbolises the culmination of rigorous training and transformation of a cadet into a young officer.
The parade was reviewed by Maj Gen JS Mangat, Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor of the Indian Military Academy. He complimented the cadets and encouraged them to strive for professional excellence. He also emphasised the importance of valour, honour, ethos, and fine traditions of Indian Army.
“The Gentlemen Cadets have been taught to lead by example and the soldiers who would be under their command should look up to them with pride. Indian troops are the best in the world, simple by heart, with unquestionable loyalty and hearts filled with patriotism. But then, as an officer you have to earn their respect and trust by your action, conduct and demeanor and above all by the truthfulness and purity of your intention and action. Once you have earned their trust and loyalty, they will follow you to every battle and win it for you,” Maj Gen Mangat said.
He also mentioned the efforts of the faculty and the hard work of the gentlemen cadets that went in the training regimen amidst the global pandemic and challenges posed by Covid-19.
He also extended his felicitations to cadets from nine friendly foreign countries on successful completion of the training and wished them all the success ahead as they carry with them the cherished memories of their time at IMA.
Chetwode became Chief of the General Staff in India in 1928 and Commander-in-Chief, India in November 1930. He was promoted to field marshal on 13 February 1933. In his tenure as Commander-in-Chief, India, Chetwode was an opponent of replacing horses with tanks; he “made the surprising pronouncement that the Army in India would be unlikely to adopt tanks for a very long time, and then only to keep up the momentum of horsed cavalry.” He was much concerned with the modernisation and “Indianisation” of the army in India. The main building and its central hall at the Indian Military Academy is named after him. The credo of the Academy, engraved on the entrance to the central hall, is a passage from his address delivered at the formal inauguration of the Academy in 1932:
THE CHETWODE MOTTO
The safety, honour and welfare of your country come first, always and every time.
The honour, welfare and comfort of the men you command come next.
Your own ease, comfort and safety come last, always and every time.
This is known as the “Chetwode Motto” and is the motto of the officers passing out from the Academy.
Thums Up brings to you a beautiful story of a soldier – A Tribute To The Real Heroes Of India. So come explore this beautiful journey from the North to the South of India.
Indian Army is mandated to safeguard national interests from external aggression, threats and internal subversion. What does it mean? This means that our border must be protected against invaders; take action against insurgencies happening inside India, assist civil population during natural calamities such as floods or earthquakes.
The role can be divided into Primary and Secondary roles. The primary role of Indian army is to ensure national security and safeguard sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity of India. The secondary roles include providing humanitarian support and aid to civil authority during calamities and natural disasters.
For all those who have zero clues about who Lt. Ummer Fayaz is, he was an officer in the Indian Army who belonged to Kashmir. He was just like another braveheart in the forces except he was kidnapped and murdered in his hometown by a group of terrorists. The ruthless act left the entire country in shock and the young officer left behind an inconsolable mother, his sisters who doted on him and his relatives. None of them, for a long time, could process what had happened to their beloved ‘sahib Ji’; as his grandfather used to lovingly call him. After overcoming the shock of this valiant officer’s death, the bestselling author Ms Bhaavna Arora decided to write a book about his struggles and his life. The patriot in her worked hard as she spent two years researching and looking for information about our brave lieutenant; travelling to Kashmir, Mhow and other places that held significance in Lt. Ummer’s life. Her hard work culminated in the book, Undaunted Lt Ummer Fayaz of Kashmir. The young officer has epitomized Kashmiriyat in its truest sense, who pursued his dream against all odds. After I finished reading the book along with a box of tissues (it is an extremely emotional memoir), I decided to do what I do best, write about it. Lt Ummer may not be with us, but his memories, his courage, kindness and philosophy of life will stay with us forever. Through this article, I want to talk about the lessons we can learn from this braveheart and his journey.
You are your only limit.
Even as a young child Ummer was privy to the situation in the Valley and people’s perception of the Indian Army. Despite all that, ever since the age of twelve, he dreamt of donning the olive green uniform. Regardless of all the obstacles, he only dreamt of having those stars on his shoulders instead of a million stars in the sky. Even as his friends discouraged him and poked fun at the organization that protects our nation, his intentions did not deter. After four years of rigorous training at the NDA and the IMA; he fulfilled his dream of becoming an army officer with flying colours.
Hard work pays off. Every time.
Ummer was a bright student who was consistent with his studies and persevered to shine out in the class. Every teacher adored him, not because he was good in studies but was an all-rounder. Whether it was sports or academics, he took part in everything with diligence. He had to travel for an entire day to submit his NDA form due to the internet shutdown in the Kashmir valley. The NDA has the reputation of being one of the six toughest colleges to get into worldwide. Yet despite the lack of good schools, coaching centres and frequent lockdowns, he was able to clear his NDA exam. He had always believed there isn’t any substitute for hard work and proved it.
Be fearless in the pursuit of what you truly desire.
It was common knowledge to Lt. Ummer that people in his native place disliked the defence forces and were always in a tiff with them. The attitude people had was radical enough for Lt. Ummer to not disclose his dream to a lot of people for a long time. He knew they wouldn’t approve of his dream to join the Indian Army. Yet, he did not give up on his dreams worked hard day and night. No matter what his friends or the taunts of people said; he remained determined and emerged victorious.
Your perception shapes your life.
As a child, our brave lieutenant had a rough interaction with an Army troop who had slapped him for not cooperating and just then an officer arrived at the scene and dealt with Ummer. He realized the amount of respect the officer got and the control he had over his people. He was inspired by the officer and asked him how he could become like him; the officer told him to join the National Defence Academy. Since then Ummer didn’t look back and began preparing himself for the prestigious academy. A known militant, Burhan Wani had a similar encounter as a child, but he used that incident to become a terrorist. Ummer chose to see this incident as an inspiration to set a goal for himself and achieve something in life. He always saw the half glass full, no matter the situation; which led him to amass the success he so desired.
Be open to change.
As a young student, young Ummer had to switch schools due to a lack of facilities in his old school and due to the frequent lockdowns. Even though the class as a whole was shifted to the new place, many of his classmates were apprehensive about the type of teachers they’ll get, the school mates and whether they would be able to adapt to the change. Fourteen-year-old Ummer felt none of that. He told his classmates and friends to not be afraid; instead, embrace the change; view it as a new opportunity and a bundle of possibilities. He emerged as calm during the storm; one of his many attractive qualities. Naturally, everyone there loved him and enjoyed his company.
Religion becomes disruptive only if you make it.
Since a young age, children are taught about religion and values. Sadly, a lot of Kashmiri families are conditioned into thinking they need to ‘protect’ their religion, which has over the years led to communist ideologies. As for Lt. Fayaz, even as a child he respected all religions and kept an open mind towards the various communities that coexisted in India. When he went to the National Defence Academy, he celebrated all the festivals with his coursemates with vigour. He was the first-ever cadet to request the reading of daily namaz at the academy mosque whilst maintaining the proper discipline that is expected of him. Even while he was fasting for Ramadan, he participated in the cross country run for the spirit of his squadron. He believed in the true purpose; which is to guide mankind.
He was a true gentleman and had qualities that not only made him an exemplary officer but also a socially responsible citizen. His story is truly saddening and tragic. The way students have explained their thought processes to the author reflects the sad reality of the Valley that is supposed to be heaven on earth. Lt. Fayaz was one of the few who dared to dream differently in a world that was surrounded by radical ideologies. His death not only a loss to his family but also a loss to India for we lost a brave son and a great officer on the 10th of May. May his story inspire many young citizens and may his soul rest in peace.
Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, AVSM, VSM has assumed charge as Director General Naval Operations today, on 07 Jun 21. An alumnus of the National Defense Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune, he was commissioned into the Indian Navy in Jan 1987. He is a graduate of the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, Naval War College, Karanja, and Naval Command College, Newport, Rhode Island, USA.
The Flag Officer is a specialist in Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) and has served on frontline warships of the Navy as ASW Officer and later as the Executive Officer and Principal Warfare Officer of Guided Destroyer INS Mysore
He has commanded the missile corvette INS Kora, the missile frigate INS Shivalik and the aircraft carrier INS Viraat. He has held important staff appointments in IHQ MoD (Navy) in the Directorate of Staff Requirements, Directorate of Personnel, and the Directorate of Net-Centric Operations.
On promotion to the rank of Rear Admiral in Feb 2016, he was appointed as the Assistant Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Int – A) at HQ IDS, New Delhi, and subsequently as the Chief Staff Officer (Operations) in Headquarters, Western Naval Command, Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area and Flag Officer Sea Training.
Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar is a recipient of the AtiVishishtSeva Medal and VishishtSeva Medal for distinguished service.
The Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun is one of the premier Institutions training Gentlemen Cadets (GCs) for commission into the Indian Army. The Academy is known for its glorious history and valiant traditions which are not only an integral part of the Nation‟s proud heritage, but also form an indispensable sheet anchor of independent India‟s national security.
Through the portals of the IMA, with the Credo „Veerta Aur Vivek‟ pass out the future Army officers of the Indian Army. The path of military leaders is paved with a challenging, exciting and exacting service. The Academy is no soft option to glitz and glamour. It is an austere institution imparting rigorous training in leadership, self-discipline, and the art of war. The hallowed portals of this great institution boast of having bred the majority of the officer cadre of today‟s Indian Army.
Founded in 1932 to fulfill the growing need for Indianisation, the IMA has grown from its first Course of 40 GCs to a planned capacity of 1200 GCs. Its professional fame places it alongside the finest, military training institutions of the world. The outstanding records of its alumni on battlefields around the world bear testimony to its fame as a cradle for future military leaders of the country.
One of the interesting features in the development of IMA is its expansion in January 1949 into Armed Forces Academy with an addition of Joint Services Wing at Clement Town, Dehradun, where Cadets of Army, Navy and Air Force were trained. On 1st January, 1950, the Armed Forces Academy in Dehradun was renamed as National Defence Academy.
In 1954, the Joint Services Wing of the National Defence Academy moved from Dehradun to Khadakvasla, Pune and Military Wing, which stayed back in Dehradun was renamed as Military College. In 1960, the Military College was given back its original name “Indian Military Academy”.
The induction ceremony of ‘322 Dega Flight’ was held in the presence of Vice Adm Ajendra Bahadur Singh, AVSM, VSM Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC) with three indigenously built Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) MK III helicopters flying into Naval Air Station, INS Dega on 07 Jun 21.
With the induction of these Maritime Reconnaissance and Coastal Security (MRCS) helicopters, the ENC got a major boost towards enhancing the capabilities of the force, in pursuit of the maritime interests of the nation. These helicopters, built by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, are state-of-the-art flying machines and constitute a major step in our quest for “Atma Nirbhar Bharat”.
ALH MK III helicopters feature an array of systems previously seen only on heavier, multi-role helicopters of the Indian Navy. These helicopters are fitted with modern surveillance radar and electro-optical equipment, which enable them to undertake the role of maritime reconnaissance in addition to providing long-range Search and Rescue, both by day and night.
In addition to special operations capabilities, ALH MK III is also fitted with a heavy machine gun to undertake constabulary missions. A removable Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) is also fitted on ALH MK III helicopters to airlift critically ill patients. The helicopter also has a host of advanced avionics, making it truly an all-weather aircraft.
The flight is being led by Cdr SS Dash as the first flight commander who is an experienced ALH Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) with extensive operational experience.
OTA Gaya Passing Out Parade June 2021 will be live on the Official Indian Army YouTube Channel. Gentlemen cadets from SCO-46 and TES-43 courses will pass out from the academy. Officers Training Academy (OTA) Gaya is a premier Pre-Commission Training Academy (PCTA) of the Indian Army; established in the erstwhile location of Army Service Corps (ASC) Centre (North). Gaya Military Station, in the pre-independence days, had a historical distinction of being the Operation Centre of Sir Archibald Wavell, Commander-in-Chief of British India Army who steered the initial operations of the Burma Campaign from here. He later became the penultimate Viceroy of India.
Watch the Indian Military Academy passing out parade trailer and it will surely give you goosebumps. Indian Military Academy Dehradun Passing out parade will be held on 12 June 2021. 425 GCs, including 341 Indians and 84 from friendly foreign countries, will graduate from the academy. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Indian Military Academy (IMA) Dehradun will allow only limited guests of each gentleman cadet (GC) to attend the upcoming passing out parade on June 12.
