Defence Ministry constitutes High Level Expert Committee to review NCC

The Ministry of Defence has constituted a High-Level Expert Committee, for a comprehensive review of the National Cadet Corps (NCC). Former Member of Parliament (MP) Baijayant Panda will be the Chairperson of the Committee. The 15-member committee will also include Cricketer MS Dhoni and Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra as members.

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Terms of Reference of the Committee:

Suggest measures to empower NCC cadets to contribute more effectively towards nation building
Propose ways for gainful engagement of NCC Alumni for the betterment of the organisation
Recommend best practices of similar international youth organisations for inclusion in the NCC curriculum.

About the NCC:

The NCC is the largest uniformed organisation that aims at developing character, discipline, a secular outlook and ideals of selfless service amongst young citizens. It also aims to create a pool of organised, trained and motivated youth with leadership qualities in all walks of life.

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