In Jammu and Kashmir, with the objective to boost patriotism and instill nationalistic fervour among the future warriors and motivate them to join the Indian Army, a weapon display for NCC Cadets and students was organised by a Rashtriya Rifles battalion of the Army at Government Degree College Nowshera yesterday. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the aim of the weapons display was to educate the NCC cadets and students about different firearms and equipment in the Army under the guidance of Army instructors. NCC cadets and students enthusiastically witnessed the weapon display and were keen to acquaint them with the firepower of the Army. 

This display helped the cadets to develop an understanding of weaponry and their significance in the Armed forces. NCC Cadets from both Junior and Senior Division of five J&K NCC Battalion participated from Government Degree College and Government Higher Secondary School, Nowshera. The cadets and students expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to aquatint with the firepower of the Army and many cadets found the experience inspiring and motivating to pursue careers in Armed forces. Teachers, students, and their parents appreciated the effort of the Army for regularly conducting such motivational and educational activities that play an important role in motivating and enthusing the youth to join the Armed forces. Such training programmes serve as a bridge for greater cooperation and understanding between the two institutions highlighting the role of NCC in nurturing the youth for a variety of future endeavours and being responsible citizens of India.