19/10/2025
*JAI HIND ALL*
*KERALA EXCISE DEPARTMENT'S 21ST ARTS AND SPORTS FEST*
*18/10/2025*
*SATURDAY*
The 5 Kerala Battalion NCC, Wayanad proudly participated in the 21st Arts and Sports Fest organized by the Excise Department of Kerala, held on October 17, 18, and 19, 2025. Cadets from WMO Arts and Science College, Muttil, and NMSM Govt College, Kalpetta, took part in the program. The NCC cadets reached the venue at 9:30 AM with great energy and enthusiasm. After the initial briefing, all cadets were assigned specific duties and carried them out with dedication, discipline, and commitment throughout the day.
The responsibilities undertaken by the cadets included gate duty, traffic control, ambulance assistance, media coordination, flag duty, track and field management, finishing point assistance, and list writing. Cadets were also assigned duties at GVHSS GOVT Kalpetta, where they assisted in organizing the arts competitions. They efficiently managed various athletic events such as long jump, high jump, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, relay, and running events, ensuring the smooth and successful conduct of the fest.
A total of *61 NCC cadets* participated in the program — 31 cadets from WMO Arts and Science College, Muttil, and 30 cadets from NMSM Govt College, Kalpetta. Among them, *18 SD cadets and 43 SW* cadets actively took part in the event. All cadets performed their assigned tasks with discipline, teamwork, and responsibility, upholding the true spirit of NCC.
The duties concluded at 5:30 PM, and the cadets left the venue with pride and satisfaction for being part of such a meaningful event. The NCC Sub Unit of WMO Arts and Science College, Muttil, exhibited exemplary discipline, teamwork, and leadership throughout the program. Their participation reflected the true values of the National Cadet Corps — unity, selfless service, and commitment to nation-building.