NCC Car Rally's Final Leg Flagged Off at Don Bosco College - Tura.
The concluding leg of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) North Eastern Region Car Rally, a spectacular journey covering diverse landscapes and communities, was flagged off at Don Bosco College in Tura. The rally, part of the 75th-anniversary celebrations of the National Cadet Corps, commenced on November 6, 2023, from Shillong and weaved its way through several cities, encompassing a multitude of cultural experiences.
The final leg, which entered Tura on the 24th of November at 04:30 PM, was welcomed with exuberance by the NCC Cadets of the 41 Meghalaya NCC Battalion. Deputy Commissioner of West Garo Hills, Shri Jagdish Chelani IAS, officially flagged in the rally at Don Bosco College, marking the completion of a remarkable journey.
The NCC Car Rally made its way through a diverse route, including stops at Haflong, Dharmanagar, Aizwal, Masimpur, Diphu, Kohima, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Zero, Itanagar, Tawang, Kalaktang, Barpeta, Kokrajhar before reaching Tura. The rally of 14 cars, led by Major General Gagan Deep, ADG of NCC NER, showcased the theme "Unity and Discipline" as it traversed the northeastern terrain.
The event at Don Bosco College, Tura was not just a conclusion but a celebration, with NCC Cadets presenting cultural dances and songs to mark the occasion. The morning of November 25, 2023, witnessed vibrant cultural performances by the cadets, adding a touch of local flavor to the festivities. The flag-off ceremony for the final leg was conducted by Fr Bivan Rodriques Mukhim, the Principal of Don Bosco College, at 09:15 AM.
The car rally is not just a journey; it's a testament to the NCC's commitment to fostering unity and discipline among the youth of the region. Sponsored by Maruti Suzuki, the NCC Car Rally has been a significant outreach program organized by the NCC Directorate of North East Region. The rally's unique route allowed cadets to engage with diverse communities, promoting the spirit of national integration.
The NCC Car Rally proceeds towards its culmination in Guwahati on 26th November 2023 which is also NCC Day. Assam Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswas Sharma will be the Chief Guest at the grand finale.
