Major General Mukesh Sharma takes charge as ADG NCC for J&K, Ladakh
The new Additional Director General aims to expand the organisation's outreach in remote and border areas while modernising training programmes.
Major General Mukesh Sharma took over as the Additional Director General (ADG) of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Directorate for the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Tuesday, according to the Daily Excelsior.
Speaking to reporters after taking charge, Sharma outlined a vision to expand the presence of the NCC in schools and colleges, specifically in rural, remote, and border areas.
He stated that he would focus on empowering young cadets, particularly girls, and making training more contemporary and relevant to changing times.
Sharma highlighted the achievement of 20 girl cadets who crossed the 5,578-metre-high Parang La Pass during the Aparajita Expedition as an example of courage and leadership.
The new chief said efforts would be made to create more opportunities for girl cadets and ensure geographical challenges do not restrict young people from joining the organisation.
He also urged cadets to stay physically fit and avoid drugs, noting that the NCC is about building character, leadership, and responsible citizens.