sanjay bisht

[NCC Dte Karnataka & Goa @Dte_kargo]

AIR COMMODORE SB ARUNKUMAR, VSM, DDG NCC DIRECTORATE KAR & GOA
SUPERANNUATES AFTER A HISTORIC AND DECORATED TENURE

Bengaluru, 30 April 2026 - The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Directorate Karnataka
and Goa bids a distinguished farewell to its Deputy Director General (DDG), Air
Commodore SB Arunkumar, VSM who superannuates today following a tenure marked
by unprecedented institutional success. Under his visionary leadership, the Directorate
etched its name in history of winning the prestigious Prime Minister’s Banner and
Trophy for two consecutive years in 2025 and 2026.
Air Commodore SB Arunkumar, VSM an alumnus of Sainik School Bijapur with over
three decades of service in Indian Air Force, took the helm with a focus on
professionalism, resilience, and a “never-say-die” spirit. His strategic guidance
propelled the Directorate to become overall champion Directorate among 17 others
across India at Republic Day Camps (RDC) in New Delhi. Under his dynamic
leadership, the Directorate secured several prestigious national events, including the
Inter Directorate Shooting Championship, All India Vayu Sainik Camp, All India Nau
Sainik Camp and the inaugural Idea and Innovation and Startup Competition.
Beyond competitions, his tenure saw over 200,000 cadets participate in social
development programs and the successful execution of the Yuva Aapdaa Mitra
Scheme (YAMS). By modernizing training with new simulators and expanding NCC
vacancies by over 16,000, he has fundamentally strengthened the youth empowerment
framework in Karnataka and Goa. His distinguished service concludes as the
Directorate stands at the pinnacle of national performance.

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Mauritius delegation visit to Maharashtra sets stage for collaboration in Youth Empowerment.
Reflecting the deep rooted bilateral relations between India and Mauritius, a high level delegation, led by Mrs Dhanita Ramadharee, Permanent Secretary to the Govt of Mauritius visited the Maharashtra NCC Directorate at Mumbai. The discussions highlighted growing recognition amongst nations of #sashaktyuva and #narishakti as core pillars of #nationbuilding, as enshrined in our National Vision of #ViksitBharat. The delegation was briefed about #NCC by ADG. The entire matrix of NCC activities were discussed with contextual emphasis on aspects like Disaster Management, Maritime Awareness and Climate Resilience relevant to the Island Nation of Mauritius wherein the youth can play increasing role.
#IndiaMauritus
#MauritiusIndiaFriendship
#IOR @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy

[NCC Group Headquarter Mangalore @NCCPride_Mglr]

DDG Karnataka & Goa, Air Cmde SB Arunkumar, VSM, felicitated NCC cadets of Mangalore Group on 18 Apr 2026 at St Aloysius College, Mangalore. Cadets, officers, PI staff & clerks were honored for their dedication and service. His words inspired all to strive for excellence.

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

NCC Expands Cyber Security Training for Cadets Nationwide.

The National Cadet Corps (NCC), in collaboration with the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), has launched a Cyber Security Capacity Building Programme for cadets.

The initiative includes:
•⁠ ⁠15-hour online training on cyber awareness & digital hygiene
•⁠ ⁠60-hour advanced Cyber Defender training with practical exposure

Aligned with Digital India and NSQF, the programme aims to build cyber-aware, skilled youth contributing to national cyber resilience.
@rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @vatsvirendra1 @NIELITIndia
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#NCC #CyberSecurity #DigitalIndia #SkillDevelopment #NSQF #CyberAwareness #YouthEmpowerment

[sanjay bisht @directorkargo]

@HQ_DG_NCC May their soul rest in peace 🙏🏻

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Governor Felicitation Ceremony of Goa State NCC Cadets held on 27 February 2026 at Lok Bhawan Goa by Hon’ble Governor Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju who inspired cadets to dedicate themselves to nation building leadership and service in every sphere 🇮🇳
A proud moment celebrating dedication discipline and excellence of NCC Goa cadets as future leaders committed to serving the nation and strengthening society through responsibility character and unity
@rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1
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#NCC #GoaNCC #Goa #GovernorOfGoa #leadership

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Lt Gen Virendra Vats, YSM, SM, VSM, DG NCC, alongwith the NCC cadets paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Army Staff of the Nepal Army🇳🇵 during the India–Nepal Youth Exchange Programme. The interaction reaffirmed the enduring cultural, military, and people-to-people ties between the two nations. It also underscored the shared commitment to youth empowerment, deepening mutual understanding, and further strengthening the longstanding partnership between India and Nepal. 🇮🇳🤝🇳🇵
#NCCIndai #IndiaNepal #Youthexchangeprogram @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @vatsvirendra1

[M B Patil @MBPatil]

2026ನೇ ಸಾಲಿನ ಗಣರಾಜ್ಯೋತ್ಸವ ಪರೇಡ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋವಾ ನಿರ್ದೇಶನಾಲಯದ ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ. ಕೆಡೆಟ್ ಗಳಿಗೆ ಮಾನ್ಯ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಸಿದ್ದರಾಮಯ್ಯ ಅವರು ಅಭಿನಂದಿಸಿದರು.

ವಿಧಾನಸೌಧದ ಮುಂಭಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ ಇಂದು ನಡೆದ ಸಮಾರಂಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಚಿವ ಸಂಪುಟದ ಸಹೋದ್ಯೋಗಿ ಡಾ. ಎಂ.ಸಿ.ಸುಧಾಕರ್, ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ ಮತ್ತು ಆಡಳಿತ ಸುಧಾರಣಾ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಕೆ.ಜಿ.ಜಗದೀಶ್, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋವಾ ಡೆಪ್ಯುಟಿ ಡೈರೆಕ್ಟರ್ ಜನರಲ್ ವಿಂಗ್ ಕಮಾಂಡರ್ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್.ಬಿ. ಅರುಣ್ ಕುಮಾರ್, ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಗ್ರೂಪ್ ಕಮಾಂಡರ್ ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್.ಎಸ್.ಕಾಳಿಯಾ, ಶ್ರೀ ಪಿ.ಆರ್.ಪೊನ್ನಪ್ಪ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಯ ಹಿರಿಯ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು, ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಕೆಡೆಟ್ ಗಳು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಭಕ್ತಿ, ಶಿಸ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಸಮರ್ಪಣೆಯ ಪ್ರತೀಕವಾಗಿರುವ ಈ ಯುವ ಕೆಡೆಟ್ ಗಳ ಸಾಧನೆ ರಾಜ್ಯಕ್ಕೆ ಹೆಮ್ಮೆಯ ಸಂಗತಿಯಾಗಿದೆ.

@siddaramaiah @drmcsudhakar #ncckarnataka

[CM of Karnataka @CMofKarnataka]

2026ನೇ ಸಾಲಿನ ಗಣರಾಜ್ಯೋತ್ಸವ ಪರೇಡ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದ್ದ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋವಾ ನಿರ್ದೇಶನಾಲಯದ ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ. ಕೆಡೆಟ್ ಗಳಿಗೆ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿ @siddaramaiah ಅವರು ಅಭಿನಂದಿಸಿದರು.
ಸಮಾರಂಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಚಿವರಾದ ಎಂ.ಸಿ.ಸುಧಾಕರ್, @MBPatil, ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ ಮತ್ತು ಆಡಳಿತ ಸುಧಾರಣಾ ಇಲಾಖೆಯ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ಕೆ.ಜಿ.ಜಗದೀಶ್, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋವಾ ಡೆಪ್ಯುಟಿ ಡೈರೆಕ್ಟರ್ ಜನರಲ್ ವಿಂಗ್ ಕಮಾಂಡರ್ ಎಸ್.ಬಿ.ಅರುಣ್‍ಕುಮಾರ್, ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಗ್ರೂಪ್ ಕಮಾಂಡರ್ ಎಸ್.ಎಸ್.ಕಾಳಿಯಾ, ಪಿ.ಆರ್.ಪೊನ್ನಪ್ಪ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಯ ಹಿರಿಯ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು, ಎನ್.ಸಿ.ಸಿ ಕೆಡೆಟ್‍ಗಳು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

[NCC Group Headquarter Mangalore @NCCPride_Mglr]

NCC Group Mangalore secures Runners-Up position in Karnataka & Goa Directorate for the 2nd consecutive year (among 6 groups). 🇮🇳
Felicitated by Air Commodore Arunkumar SB, VSM. Special appreciation for contributing highest 37 cadets to RDC 2026, New Delhi. 👏🎖️

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

NCC Directorate Karnataka & Goa scripts history by winning the Prime Minister’s Banner & Trophy for the second consecutive year at RDC–2026, emerging as Overall Champion through excellence in drill, firing, cultural , and discipline. 🇮🇳 #NCCIndia #RDC2026 #PMBanner #KarnatakaGoaNCC #YouthInUniform @PMOIndia @rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1
https://t.co/uynK2fp88k

[Ministry of Defence, Government of India @SpokespersonMoD]

Cariappa Parade Ground witnessed a disciplined and inspiring display as NCC Cadets marched with precision and purpose at the PM NCC Rally. Reflecting the values of discipline, character and national service, the parade underscored the NCC’s role in shaping responsible citizens for a #ViksitBharat.

Rashtra Pratham… Kartavyanisht Yuva |

@narendramodi
@PMOIndia
@HQ_DG_NCC

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

NCC cadets were privileged to meet the Hon’ble President, Smt Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan during the ‘At Home’ function. The cadets were filled with excitement and pride to be at the President’s House, experiencing this historic and prestigious occasion. Their warm interaction with the Hon’ble President will remain a cherished and unforgettable memory, inspiring them to serve the nation with greater dedication and honour.” 🇮🇳 #NCCIndia #RDC2026 @rashtrapatibhvn @PMOIndia @rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

On the proud occasion of the 77th Republic Day, the Director General NCC, Lieutenant General Virendra Vats, YSM, SM, VSM, along with all ranks, civilian staff and NCC cadets, extends heartfelt greetings to every Indian.
Rooted in the timeless motto “Unity and Discipline,” the National Cadet Corps proudly reaffirms its unwavering commitment to nation-building, youth empowerment, leadership and service. Together, we celebrate the indomitable spirit of a sovereign, strong and vibrant India marching forward with pride, purpose and patriotism.
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
@rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1
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#NCC #YouthOfIndia #NationFirst #IndianArmedForces #PatrioticIndia

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

3 days to go....
The wait is almost over.... the cadets are ready— all geared up for the PM’s NCC Rally on 28 Jan 2026. #NCCIndia #RDC2026 #PMNCCRally2026 @UnityandDiscipline #YouthPower @PMOIndia @rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Rain… chill in the air… none of it matters.
Kartavya Path was ablaze with energy as NCC cadets marched in preparation for the RD Parade. Showcasing discipline, precision and an indomitable spirit, their pride and determination shone through every step. The light in their eyes was impossible to ignore — truly second to none. 🇮🇳
#NCCIndia #RDC2026 #UnityandDiscipline #Youthpower #KartyvaPath @PMOIndia
@rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD
@HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy
@vatsvirendra1

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Here we come — with fire in our hearts, josh in our drill and pride in every step at Kartavya Path.

NCC Cadets are ready to march in the Republic Day Parade, showcasing discipline, precision and unmatched spirit.
This year marks a historic first — NCC Cadets will perform Sword Drill, adding a new chapter to our proud legacy.

Second to none, we stand tall as the world’s largest uniformed youth organisation, marching with honour, confidence and the tricolour in our hearts. 🇮🇳 #NCCIndia #RDC2026 #UnityandDiscipline #Youthpower #KartyvaPath @PMOIndia @rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @vatsvirendra1

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

NCC YEP India 🌍 is 1️⃣
The Republic Day Camp of NCC saw a new flavour with visit of 21 Friendly Foreign Countries 🇧🇩🇧🇹🇧🇷🇫🇯🇮🇩🇰🇿🇰🇪🇰🇬🇱🇦🇲🇾🇲🇻🇲🇺🇲🇳🇲🇿🇳🇵🇸🇨🇸🇬🇱🇰🇹🇭🇬🇧🇻🇳visited the DGNCC Camp under the esteemed YEP of NCC India.
The 195 delegates visited Flag Area and Hall of Fame wherein they were acquainted with various initiatives of Govt of India and role of NCC as active Nation Building Youth Organisation.
#YEP #INCREDIBLEINDIA #NCCINDIA
#वसुधैवकुटुम्बकम #NCCRDC2026 #DisciplineAndLeadership #ViksitBharat2047 @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

NCC cadets were invited to the residence of the DG NCC for the ‘At Home’ event. The cadets were received with warmth and cordiality by the DG NCC & other officers, which immediately created a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The entire event was marked by joy and enthusiasm, with cadets seen smiling and thoroughly enjoying the occasion, making it a truly memorable experience for them.
DG NCC interacted with the cadets and took keen interest in understanding their experiences, training and overall impressions of RDC–2026, further strengthening the bond between the leadership and the young cadets. #NCCIndia #RDC2026 #NCCYouth #NationBuilding #DisciplineAndLeadership #YouthPower #ViksitBharat2047 @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @vatsvirendra1

[National Cadet Corps @HQ_DG_NCC]

Smt Rekha Gupta, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, visited the NCC Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 and was received by Lt Gen Virendra Vats, YSM, SM, VSM, DG NCC.
She was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour, followed by a band performance by the cadets of Newman College, Thodupuzha, Kerala.
During the visit, the Hon’ble CM toured the Flag Area, where NCC cadets presented social awareness themes, and also visited the NCC Hall of Fame, showcasing the organisation’s legacy and achievements.
#NCCindia #RDC2026 #NCCYouth #NewIndia #NationBuilding #DisciplineAndLeadership #ViksitBharat2047 #Delhi @rajnathsingh @gupta_rekha @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC