(MOREPIC1)(MOREPIC2) Face2News/Chandigarh:
The Director General of NCC has selected two exceptional NCC cadets, Jahan Kukkal and Padam Namgail from 2 Chandigarh Battalion NCC, to embark on historic mountaineering expedition to Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the cadets' unwavering spirit, dedication and perseverance.
Both cadets recently attended a pre-Everest expedition at Mount Abi Gamin (7,335 m) and a winter training camp at the World's Highest Battle Field Ground Siachen (Base Camp). Cadet Jahan Kukkal has successfully completed an expedition to Mount Kang Yatse II (6,250 m) also. These experiences have prepared them for the ultimate challenge.
(SUBHEAD)Colonel Paramjit Singh, Commanding Officer of 2 NCC Chandigarh Battalion, congratulating the cadets on their remarkable achievement said that the selection of Kukkal and Namgail for the forthcoming Mount Everest expedition is a remarkable example of the NCC's commitment to nurturing resilience and leadership among youth. Their journey to Everest will not only be a personal milestone but also a moment of pride for the entire NCC fraternity and the nation, he added.
He further said that this expedition serves as a beacon of inspiration for other young aspirants, demonstrating the NCC's proud history of fostering courage, determination, and teamwork among its cadets. The success of Kukkal and Namgail will pave the way for future generations of NCC cadets to pursue their dreams and push beyond their limits.
