The Ministry of Defence announced that Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth will chair the Special Joint State Representatives and Additional Director General's Conference of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) in Guwahati on October 15, 2026. The conference, led by Director General NCC Lt. General Virendra Vats, will bring together senior representatives from the Ministry of Defence, NCC, and State Governments of North Eastern Region (NER), West Bengal, and Sikkim to deliberate on issues concerning NCC in these regions.
The conference will focus on key issues relating to NCC expansion, cadet welfare, training, institutional strengthening, and administrative challenges. It aims to provide a platform for enhanced coordination between NCC and State Governments to explore collaborative initiatives for increasing the organization's reach, effectiveness, and impact. The NCC plays a significant role in youth development, nation-building, and community engagement through its Social Service and Community Development (SSCD) activities, with presence in more than 99% of districts across India. The organization functions under the shared responsibilities of the Central and State Governments.