Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth has emphasized that the National Cadet Corps (NCC) plays a crucial role in nation-building. Inaugurating the Joint State Representatives and Deputy Directors General Conference in New Delhi today, Mr. Seth said that NCC helps in shaping disciplined, responsible, and motivated young citizens, while also fostering leadership skills across various aspects of life. During the occasion, MoS Seth highlighted the NCC’s involvement in national initiatives and its commitment to societal welfare alongside traditional training. He urged the state governments to honour their commitments in providing the necessary manpower, funding, and infrastructure to support the expansion and enhancement of NCC’s presence in their regions. Mr Seth informed that the government has recently approved an expansion plan to increase NCC cadet vacancies by three lakhs, raising the total strength from 17 lakhs to 20 lakhs in the coming years. He added that this expansion will also see the inclusion of ex-servicemen as NCC instructors, utilizing their skills and experience to ensure high-quality training and create new employment opportunities for the veterans.