NCC cadets of Karnataka-Goa win PM’s banner and trophy for 2nd consecutive year at Republic Day Camp 2026

The NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa has won the Prime Minister’s Banner and Trophy for the second consecutive year at the recently concluded Republic Day Camp 2026 (RDC–2026) held in New Delhi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi poses for a picture with NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa, during the Prime Minister’s Rally, marking the culmination of RDC–2026, at the Field Marshal Cariappa Parade Ground, New Delhi on January 28, 2026.
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The NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa emerged as the overall Champion Directorate among 17 NCC Directorates across India.

According to the Ministry of Defence, during RDC–2026, cadets from the Karnataka and Goa Directorate delivered exceptional performances in drill, firing, and cultural competitions, decisively outperforming 16 other directorates.

As per the Ministry of Defence, the Prime Minister’s Banner and Trophy is awarded to the directorate that demonstrates consistent all-round performance in a wide spectrum of NCC activities throughout the year.

Evaluation parameters include performance in Centrally organised camps and competitions, standards of discipline, results in NCC certificate examinations, and the number of cadets selected for induction into the armed forces.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh poses for a group picture during his visit to NCC Republic Day Camp 2026, in New Delhi on January 24, 2026.
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The Karnataka and Goa Directorate continued its winning streak during the current training year by securing first position in several prestigious national-level events, including the Inter-Directorate Shooting Championship, All-India Vayu Sainik Camp, All-India Nau Sainik Camp, Idea & Innovation competition, and RDC–2026, reinforcing its dominance across all domains of NCC training.

The Prime Minister’s trophy was formally received by Air Commodore S. B. Arunkumar, the Deputy Director General, NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa, during the Prime Minister’s Rally, marking the culmination of RDC–2026, at the Field Marshal Cariappa Parade Ground, New Delhi on January 28.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presents the Prime Minister’s trophy to Air Commodore S. B. Arunkumar, the Deputy Director General, NCC Directorate Karnataka and Goa, during the Prime Minister’s Rally, marking the culmination of RDC–2026, at the Field Marshal Cariappa Parade Ground, New Delhi on January 28, 2026.
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“Being crowned the Champion Directorate for the second consecutive year is a testament to the professionalism, resilience, and never-say-die spirit of our cadets and staff. This success is the result of collective hard work, meticulous training, and unwavering dedication,” said Air Commodore Arunkumar.

He acknowledged the excellent support from authorities in the government of Karnataka, along with strong backing of universities and educational institutions across Karnataka and Goa, which played a vital role in achieving this milestone.

Published – January 29, 2026 12:24 pm IST