Bhubaneswar, Nov 21: In a landmark initiative, Vedanta Aluminium has facilitated the induction of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) programme at DAV Vedanta International School, making it the first institution across Lanjigarh, Muniguda, and Ambodala in Odisha's Kalahandi district to offer NCC training. This pioneering step opens new avenues for leadership, discipline, and civic responsibility among rural youth.

Empowering Students

Under the programme, 50 NCC seats have been allotted to the school, with 25 cadets inducted in 2025 and another 25 in 2026. From 2026 onwards, 50 cadets from Classes VIII to X will join annually, ensuring a sustained culture of teamwork, patriotism, and community service. The initiative complements academic excellence with holistic personality development.

Voices of Leadership

Pranab Kumar Bhattacharya, CEO of Vedanta Alumina Business, highlighted the programme’s transformative potential: “Empowering young minds is foundational to the socio-economic progress of a region. By enabling the NCC programme, we are opening new avenues for students to develop essential life skills and pursue wider opportunities.”

The induction ceremony was graced by Lieutenant Commander Darshan, Commanding Officer of the Odisha Naval NCC Battalion, Bhawanipatna, who inspired students to embrace NCC values of discipline and service.

Academic & Career Advantages

Participation in NCC offers students significant benefits, including preference in university admissions, scholarships, and recruitment opportunities in defense and civil services. This initiative thus paves the way for promising futures while strengthening community development.

School as a Beacon of Change

Established by Vedanta Lanjigarh, DAV Vedanta International School is the region’s first English-medium institution, nurturing nearly 1,400 students with modern infrastructure, smart classrooms, and science labs. Over the years, the school has played a pivotal role in raising literacy levels in Kalahandi, inspiring a generation to dream big and lead change.