Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2026 in New Delhi today. Addressing the NCC cadets, Admiral Tripathi highlighted that NCC has played a crucial role in shaping young minds with values of discipline, selfless service, and national pride. He said that the cadets are also actively contributing to disaster response, environmental protection, and nation-building efforts.

 

He emphasised that the values instilled by the NCC remain lifelong and shape responsible leaders who can think clearly and uphold integrity. The Chief of the Naval Staff also described the cadets as architects of Viksit Bharat and urged them to remain humble, courageous, curious and committed to national ideals. 

 

Admiral Tripathi also congratulated the cadets for a spectacular presentation depicting their passion, talent, discipline, and enthusiasm, which reflected India’s rich cultural diversity.