Maharashtra to introduce NCC-style training from Class 1: Dadaji Bhuse
At a meeting held at the Mantralaya, the discussion focused on expanding the NCC's reach across the state, the nature of the training, and the human resources required for it, a government release stated.
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The minister further mentioned that retired army personnel could be enlisted to help train students, with support from the state's ex-servicemen welfare board.
The Maharashtra government is planning to introduce training on the lines of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) from as early as Class 1, School Education Minister Dadaji Bhuse said on Tuesday. He held detailed discussions with senior NCC officials to explore the feasibility of this plan.
At a meeting held at the Mantralaya, the discussion focused on expanding the NCC’s reach across the state, the nature of the training, and the human resources required for it, a government release stated.
The meeting was attended by School Education Department Principal Secretary Ranjit Singh Deol and Education Commissioner Sachindra Pratap Singh.
“As part of our effort to nurture national pride among students, this year’s Independence Day celebrations will include patriotic-themed drills performed by students,” Bhuse said. He added that efforts would be made to increase the number of NCC training centres in the state and encourage more schools to participate. The state also plans to approach the central government for support in expanding the programme’s reach.
The minister further mentioned that retired army personnel could be enlisted to help train students, with support from the state’s ex-servicemen welfare board.
Maharashtra currently has 7 NCC groups and 63 units, covering 1,726 schools and colleges, with over 1.14 lakh students receiving training. They revealed that plans are in place to expand 10 more centres soon, which will add an additional 20,314 students to the programme.
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