January 18, 2002

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ARMY CHIEF VISITS NCC CAMP

    The Chief of the Army Staff, General S Padmanabhan visited the NCC Republic Day Camp here today. General Padmanabhan inspected the Guard of Honour presented by a contingent of smartly turned out NCC Cadets drawn from all the three wings of Army, Navy and Air Force.

    In an informal chat with the cadets, General Padmanabhan praised the cadets for their exemplary services in times of crisis. He said that he was highly impressed by the unity and patriotism exhibited by the young cadets. The Army Chief visited the Motivation Hall, the Flag Area and living areas of the cadets and interacted with them. General Padmanabhan later visited the blood donation camp organised on this occasion and appreciated the cadets. NCC cadets also presented a short cultural programme.

    Later in the day, General Padmanabhan hosted a reception for the NCC cadets. Director General NCC Lt. Gen. BK Bopanna and senior officers of the NCC Directorate were amongst those present.