23/11/2025
Darrang College (Autonomous), in collaboration with Tezpur Girls' HS School and under the aegis of 5 Assam Bn NCC, celebrated NCC Day on 23 November 2025.
The programme was graced by Col. T.N. Unnikrishnan, CO, 5 Assam Bn NCC; Col. Madhab Boro, Adm Officer; Dr. Palash Moni Saikia, Principal, Darrang College (Autonomous); Prof. Pranab Jyoti Das, Vice Principal; Dr. Abhijit Bora, Professor & Head, Mass Communication and Journalism; ANOs of both institutions, PI Staff, parents, and cadets.
The celebration commenced with a Guard of Honour presented to the Commanding Officer, followed by an impressive Battle Demonstration and a vibrant Cultural Programme. The Battle Demonstration was hosted by SUO Neelam Chetry, while CPL Kangkana Basumatary and CPL Lavi Sharma anchored the Cultural segment.
In their addresses, the Commanding Officer, 5 Assam Bn NCC and the Principal, Darrang College (Autonomous) highlighted the significance of NCC Raising Day, the values and discipline to be upheld by cadets, and the historic contributions of NCC. A special emphasis was laid on the remarkable role played by the NCC cadets of Darrang College during the Chinese Aggression of 1962, when cadets assisted the civil administration and helped in performing the solemn duty of burying the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. The speakers also recalled with pride the visit of Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi to Darrang College in 1963, during which a Guard of Honour was presented by the cadets of the college, marking a glorious chapter in the institution’s NCC legacy.
The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by SUO Neelam Chetry, followed by NCC Song and National Anthem.
