In his address, the DG NCC highlighted the major achievements of NCC in 2024, commending the members of the fraternity for playing their part in successful completion of 76 years of service of the world's largest uniformed youth organisation to the nation. He emphasised that the strength of NCC cadets has increased from 17 lakh to 20 lakh with 40% being girls. Headded that apart from regular 1,162 Annual Training Camps, six Special National Integration Camps and 33 Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Camps were conducted to promote integration & strengthen bond amongst cadets of varied regions and cultures. In addition to the routine adventure activities, NCC carried out the following: The DG NCC also highlighted the contribution of NCC cadets in various Government initiatives/schemes. Over nine lakh trees were planted as part of 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam'.