NCC at IIT-B...........

National Cadet Corps at the prestigious IIT-B.............Most people would say, " Don't kid us! Do you think we would believe that the couch potatoes of IIT-B would withstand the wrath of army training?" But believe it or not, NCC was somewhat reinstated in 2005-2006 due to the efforts of Lt. Col. M.K.Pal, the present CO of the 2 MAH ENGINEER REGIMENT, after a long history which I'm not going to write here! Hats off to the man!

Might be, most of us are lazy when it comes to doing drills, but we are hardy enough to handle the training! After 4 months at NCC, it feels like I've done something most people haven't! I've learnt the art of doing something in a team. It sure feels good when someone hears a 100 feet hitting the ground at the same time!! Also, we have been given training on how to handle rifles. Doesn't that sound attractive?

Fresh from a 10 day NCC camp feels good. I agree it was hard work and that people not in NCC had 10 extra holidays, but trust me, IT WAS WORTH ALL THE WHILE! People might see us walking with a different kind of confidence in each stride! Each of Lt. Col. M.K.Pal's lectures were thought-inspiring and thought-provoking. I've learnt a lot from him. I can't stop admiring the man! He is a big man with great big plans for us cadets! Hope NCC benefits many of the students of IIT-B!

WE THE CADETS OF THE NCC, DO SOLEMNLY PLEDGE THAT WE SHALL ALWAYS UPHOLD THE UNITY OF INDIA.

WE RESOLVE TO BE DISCIPLINED AND RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS OF OUR NATION.

WE SHALL UNDERTAKE POSITIVE COMMUNITY SERVICE IN THE SPIRIT OF SELFLESSNESS AND CONCERN FOR OUR FELLOW BEINGS.