NCC Cadets participated in Drone IV Training Camp, Puducherry

Four NCC cadets from Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Puducherry Campus, participated in the Drone IV Training Camp, organised by the 1(P) Naval Unit NCC, Puducherry, from 25 September to 4 October 2026 at Holy Cross Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Salem, Tamil Nadu. The participating cadets included two Naval NCC cadets, Mr. Ravichandiran and Ms. Prithika, third-year BCRPS students, and two Army NCC cadets, Mr. Shashwanth Kumar and Mr. P. Kirubakaran, second-year BCRPS students. The camp aimed to equip NCC cadets with knowledge and practical exposure to drone technology and its various applications.

The camp provided cadets with an opportunity to learn about the fundamentals of drone technology, different components of drones, flight principles, safety precautions, pre-flight and post-flight procedures, and basic drone operations. The training also included practical exposure to drone handling and flight operations under the supervision of trained instructors. Throughout the camp, cadets participated actively in the training sessions and practical activities. The programme helped them develop technical knowledge, operational awareness, discipline, teamwork, and confidence in handling drone systems.

The main objective of the NCC Drone IV Camp was to provide NCC cadets with practical and theoretical knowledge of drone technology, including drone components, basic operations, safety procedures, pre-flight and post-flight checks, flight control, and responsible use of unmanned aerial systems. The camp aimed to develop technical skills, discipline, teamwork and confidence among cadets while introducing them to the applications of drone technology in various fields. 

The camp also introduced cadets to the wider applications of drones in areas such as surveillance, disaster management, agriculture, mapping, photography and other civilian and security-related activities. The combination of theoretical instruction and practical training helped the cadets understand the responsible and safe use of drone technology. 

The camp successfully achieved its objective of providing NCC cadets with basic drone-related knowledge, practical exposure and technical skills, while also promoting discipline, teamwork and a spirit of innovation. The NCC Drone IV Camp was a valuable learning experience that enhanced the technical skills and practical knowledge of the participating cadets. It also encouraged them to explore emerging technologies and understand their relevance to national security and various civilian applications. RRU Puducherry Campus appreciates the active participation and enthusiasm of its NCC cadets in the training camp, recognising their commitment to learning, discipline and developing skills in emerging drone technology.