- EM Harjot Singh Bains congratulates cadets, hails them as benchmark of excellence
Chandigarh, September 11:
In a landmark achievement that has brought immense pride to the state, the cadets of the Punjab Directorate NCC have scripted history by winning the prestigious All India Thal Sainik Camp (AITSC) Senior Division Championship for two consecutive years, 2024 and 2025.
Congratulating the cadets for this unprecedented feat, Punjab’s Education Minister, S. Harjot Singh Bains said, “This back-to-back victory is a testament to the unyielding spirit, grit and exceptional discipline of our NCC cadets. They (PHHP&C) have triumphed over 16 directorates, including established powerhouses like Maharashtra and Karnataka, to set a new national record. They are true trailblazers.”
The Education Minister highlighted that this victory is not merely about competitions but reflects a deeper commitment to the nation. These cadets have also proven their mettle in real-world crises, from providing invaluable service during Operation Sindoor to standing shoulder-to-shoulder with civil authorities during the recent devastating floods in Punjab, in rescue and relief operations, S. Bains added.
He stated that the dual role of the cadets—as champions on the field and saviours in society—embodies the core ethos of the NCC and the Directorate’s motto “Discipline and Service Above All”.
Their success positions the Punjab Directorate as the national torchbearer of military discipline and leadership. These victories are not a culmination but the beginning of an era where Punjab will stand as the benchmark of excellence for the entire country to aspire towards, the Education Minister stated.
S. Bains extended his best wishes to the cadets for their future endeavours and commended the efforts of their instructors and the entire NCC fraternity for this extraordinary accomplishment.
