Our NCC Cadet Sgt Ancel D’Costa successfully completes RDC 2026

We take immense pride in announcing that one of our Junior Division (JD) cadets from the NCC Army Wing represented the Karnataka & Goa Directorate at the prestigious Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026, held at New Delhi.

Cadet Sergeant Ancel D’Costa, a student of Grade IX, earned this remarkable opportunity after successfully clearing a series of rigorous selection camps. A disciplined and committed cadet, Ancel showcased his talents at the national level by being part of the RDC cultural programme, participating in both dance and singing performances. He also took part in the Prime Minister’s Rally, held on 28 January 2026, a highlight of the Republic Day Camp.

The Karnataka & Goa Directorate emerged as the Champions at RDC 2026, marking a significant achievement for the contingent, and Ancel was proud to be part of the winning team.

During the camp, Cadet Sgt. Ancel D’Costa had the rare honour of meeting several distinguished dignitaries, including the Hon’ble Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh PVSM, AVSM, the Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi PVSM, AVSM, the Minister of State for Defence, Shri Sanjay Seth, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM.

Ancel is the son of Mr Alfred and Philomena D’Costa of Bondel Church. His achievement stands as a source of inspiration to the entire school community, and his family, and reflects our school’s commitment to nurturing leadership, discipline, and national pride among its students.

The school management, Principal along with Lt Col Rohit Prakash Rai, Commanding Officer of 18 KAR BN NCC, the ANO Teena, staff, students and parents, extend their heartfelt congratulations to Cadet Sgt. Ancel D’Costa for this outstanding achievement and exceptional honour.