The 1 UP Engineer Company, NCC, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), conducted an NCC Army Attachment Camp from January 4 to 15, 2026, at the 63 Engineer Regiment, Meerut Cantonment, providing cadets with hands-on exposure to the functioning and operational roles of the Corps of Engineers of the Indian Army.
A total of 18 NCC cadets from AMU participated in the camp, which aimed to familiarize them with Army training standards, discipline, and technical expertise. The programme offered in-depth practical and theoretical knowledge across a range of military engineering and combat-related activities.
Colonel D. Dhadhwal, Officer Commanding, 1 UP Engineer Company, NCC, interacted with the cadets during the camp, gathered their feedback, and discussed ways to further enhance the quality and effectiveness of future training programmes.
Mr. Mohd Imran, Assistant Professor, ZH College of Engineering and Technology, and Mr. Mohd Danish, Assistant Professor, University Polytechnic, AMU—both serving as Caretaking Officers of 1 UP Engineer Company, NCC—played a key role in mentoring, motivating, and supporting the cadets throughout the training period.
As part of the training schedule, cadets were introduced to various types of military bridges, with detailed briefings on their technical specifications, construction methods, and operational significance. The cadets also visited the IED Model Room, where they were briefed on different sensors used in improvised explosive devices.
The training included an introduction to mine warfare, covering the technical aspects of different types of mines, along with hands-on experience in mine breaching techniques. Additionally, cadets received drone training, which focused on basic handling skills and operational procedures.
Further practical exposure was provided through weapon training sessions, during which cadets learned the stripping, assembling, technical specifications, and firing positions of weapons such as the Light Machine Gun (LMG), INSAS, and CMG.
The comprehensive exposure to drone operations, weapon handling, mine breaching, and tactical field movements left the cadets inspired and confident, motivating them to excel in NCC activities and consider careers in the armed forces.
Source: Aligarh Muslim University News