Assam NCC Camps Focus on Marksmanship, Discipline and Leadership Development

Girijananda Chowdhury University (GCU), Azara, hosted four Inter Directorate Service Shooting Championship (IDSSC) Firing Practice-cum-Combined Annual Training Camps organised by the 7 Assam Battalion NCC from June 5 to July 21. The camps were conducted to prepare cadets for the upcoming IDSSC 2026 while strengthening their military skills and overall personality development.

Around 400 NCC cadets from various units under the Guwahati Group participated in each camp. The training focused on improving shooting abilities through intensive firing practice conducted under the guidance of qualified instructors and experienced coaches.

Cadets received training in weapon handling, safety procedures, marksmanship, grouping and zeroing, firing techniques and range discipline. The sessions were designed to enhance accuracy, confidence and shooting proficiency while following established NCC training standards.

Apart from firing practice, the cadets took part in several activities, including drill, map reading, field craft and battle craft, physical training, yoga, adventure activities, personality development programmes, social service initiatives, cultural events and sports. These activities aimed to promote discipline, leadership qualities, teamwork and national integration among participants.

The camps also helped identify and groom promising shooters who will represent the NCC North Eastern Region Directorate at the forthcoming Inter Directorate Service Shooting Championship 2026.

The training programme concluded on July 21, with organisers highlighting that the initiative reflected the NCC’s motto of “Unity and Discipline” while encouraging patriotism, commitment and a spirit of service among young cadets.