VP Radhakrishnan Opens NCC Republic Day Camp, Hails Cadets’ Role in Operation Sindoor

His remarks cast the corps as a driver of youth-led nation-building during a month-long Delhi showcase.

Overview

Radhakrishnan formally inaugurated the 2026 NCC Republic Day Camp at Delhi Cantonment, which has 2,406 cadets participating, including 898 girls.
He said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India’s resoluteness and made the armed forces proud.
Media reports describe the May 7, 2025 action as eliminating at least 100 terrorists after the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians.
The Vice President credited nearly 72,000 NCC cadets for volunteering civil-defence support, including emergency drills and blood donation camps.
The camp features disaster-preparedness and technology exhibits such as YUVA Aapda Mitra and drone training, with dignitary visits planned and the Prime Minister’s Rally on January 28.