Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, in collaboration with 1 J&K Air Squadron NCC, organised a drone training programme for NCC cadets at the university campus. The programme aimed to familiarise cadets with drone technology, develop their practical flying skills, and prepare them for upcoming drone competitions at the national level.
NCC cadets from Jammu, Srinagar and Ladakh participated in the training programme, gaining valuable exposure to drone operations and related technical skills. The programme also provided an opportunity for cadets to enhance their understanding of emerging technologies and explore their applications in various fields. Selected cadets from the training programme will represent the NCC directorate at the All India Drone Competition to be held in Tamil Nadu.
The training programme was coordinated by Lieut. (Dr.) Varun Dutta, NCC Coordinator, SMVDU, and Dr. Yati Aggrawal, In-charge Air NCC. The NCC unit expressed its sincere gratitude to the university authorities for providing the necessary support and facilities for conducting the training on campus.
Prof. (Dr.) Pragati Kumar, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, SMVDU, and Shri Ajay Kumar Sharma, Registrar, SMVDU, appreciated the efforts of NCC SMVDU in organising the programme and providing cadets with an opportunity to acquire practical knowledge of drone technology. They acknowledged the importance of such initiatives in encouraging innovation, technical competence and leadership among young cadets.
