TIL Desk Lucknow:👉 Major General Gaurav Gautam, Sena Medal (VSM), Additional Director General (ADG), NCC Directorate Uttar Pradesh, visited the Combined Annual Training Camp-222 of 19 UP Girls Battalion NCC at AMC Centre and College, Lucknow, on 29 October 2026. During the visit, he reviewed the training, discipline, leadership abilities and various activities of approximately 500 girl cadets. Impressed by their enthusiasm, dedication and excellent performance, he appreciated their efforts and boosted their morale.
The programme commenced with the introduction of the camp staff by the Camp Commandant, Colonel (Dr.) Dinesh Kumar Pathak, followed by an impressive Guard of Honour presented by the cadets to the ADG. Thereafter, the cadets demonstrated the ‘Fire and Move’ drill under section formation and showcased their discipline, coordination and training skills through a squad drill competition. Impressed by their performance, the ADG appreciated the cadets for their commitment and proficiency.
During his address and interaction with the cadets, Major General Gaurav Gautam emphasised the importance of women’s empowerment, self-reliance, leadership and self-confidence. He encouraged the girls to become empowered, confident and aware of their rights, and to move forward in life with determination. He also motivated them to play an active and meaningful role in nation-building.
The ADG interacted personally with the cadets and asked questions related to NCC training, subjects taught during classes and essential leadership qualities. He appreciated their knowledge, understanding and confidence in responding to his questions. His warm and encouraging interaction with individual cadets, along with his appreciation of their achievements, was a notable highlight of the visit.
Pleased with the cadets’ outstanding performance and satisfactory responses, the ADG awarded cash prizes, gifts and medals to several cadets. He also witnessed the cultural programme and, following various performances, immediately presented cash prizes and medals to the participating cadets to encourage their talent and enthusiasm. He further motivated them by shaking hands, posing for photographs and taking selfies with them. His approachable, warm and inspiring demeanour generated tremendous enthusiasm among the cadets.
Colonel Abhishek Singh Gautam , Deputy Commander, NCC Group Headquarters, Lucknow, was also present on the occasion. He appreciated the training activities, the performance of the cadets and the various programmes conducted during the camp.
The visit of the ADG proved highly inspiring for the girl cadets. His words of encouragement motivated them to develop leadership qualities, progress with confidence, maintain discipline and remain dedicated to the service of the nation. The visit was a significant step towards advancing the core objectives of the NCC, including character-building, discipline, leadership development, national integration and women’s empowerment.
