NCC trekking camp underway in Araku Valley
The National trekking expedition, ‘AP Trek – II’ has begun in Araku Valley, organized by the NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Cadets from various states are participating in the event, which focuses on endurance, discipline, and national integration. The program includes challenging treks and visits to local tourist attractions, promoting interaction with local tribes.
- ▪The expedition is hosted by the 13 Andhra Battalion NCC, Visakhapatnam.
- ▪Cadets are divided into two groups, with one group trekking to Galikonda and the other in Malasingipura.
- ▪The camp is supervised by NCC Group Commander Commodore Sumanth Roy.
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The second edition of the National trekking expedition, ‘AP Trek – II’ commenced on a grand note at Araku Valley of Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) district, on Tuesday. The expedition was organised under the aegis of the NCC Directorate of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and hosted by the 13 Andhra Battalion NCC, Visakhapatnam.Cadets from various states across the country participated in the programme, which aims to promote endurance, discipline, leadership qualities and national integration among the youth.The cadets were divided into two groups. One batch of 120 cadets undertook the challenging trek to Galikonda, one of the highest peaks in A.P. The trek through mist-covered hills, dense forests and rugged terrain offered cadets an exciting and physically demanding experience.
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