NCC creates history with first All-India Basic Paramotor Course, trains 100 cadets in a month
Guwahati, June 5
The National Cadet Corps has achieved a major milestone in adventure and skill-based training by successfully conducting its first-ever All-India Basic Paramotor Course, with 100 Senior Division Boy Cadets qualifying as basic paramotor pilots within a month.
The pioneering initiative culminated at the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports (NIMAS) Centre in Guwahati, where the first All-India course concluded recently, officials said on Friday.
The 15-day programme, conducted from May 21 to June 4, trained 50 novice cadets drawn from 10 states and Union Territories across the country in key aspects of paramotoring, including ground handling, powered flight operations and aerial navigation.
Officials said the cadets demonstrated exceptional determination and courage during the course, with each participant successfully completing a minimum of five solo flights before earning certification as a basic paramotor pilot.
The training was conducted by the NIMAS Paramotor Node, Guwahati, which is currently the only civilian institute in India, apart from the Indian Armed Forces, authorised to conduct certified paramotor training programmes.
The institute provided expert instructors, a Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)-compliant training syllabus and comprehensive safety supervision throughout the course.
The All-India programme followed the successful completion of the first All NCC North Eastern Region (NER) Directorate Basic Paramotor Course held between May 4 and May 19, during which 50 cadets from the northeastern states underwent similar training. With the completion of both courses, NCC has trained and qualified 100 SD Boy Cadets as basic paramotor pilots in less than a month, setting a new benchmark in aero-adventure training for Indian youth.
Officials said the initiative reflected NCC's commitment to fostering leadership, confidence, discipline and adventure among young cadets while expanding opportunities for specialised skill development. As part of its future roadmap, NCC has announced that 60 Senior Wing Girl Cadets will undergo Basic Paramotor Course training between October and November this year.
The Basic Paramotor Course will also be incorporated into the NCC's annual training curriculum, making aero-adventure activities a regular feature of cadet training across the country.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Impressive milestone! As someone who's tried paramotoring abroad, I know it's not easy. The fact that they trained 100 cadets in a month—and included 60 girl cadets later in the year—shows real commitment to skill development and gender inclusion. 👏
Great initiative, but I hope safety standards remain top-notch. Paramotoring is risky, especially for beginners. The DGCA-compliant syllabus is a good start, but regular refresher courses and equipment checks must be maintained. Still, proud to see NCC pushing boundaries! 🙏
This is the kind of training India needs—practical, adventurous, and career-oriented! Imagine the boost for cadets who now have basic pilot certification. I just wish more such courses were available in other parts of the country. Guwahati is far for many. Still, brilliant step forward! ✈️
Honestly, I'm a bit jealous! 😅 I was in NCC years ago but we never had anything this cool. The fact that 60 girl cadets will get paramotor training later this year is the cherry on top. NCC is finally modernizing its training to match global youth development trends. 🎯
As a former NCC cadet, I'm proud but also cautious. Adventure training is great, but we must ensure it doesn't become a photo-op. The real test will be when these cadets use these skills practically—in disaster relief or search operations. Hope NCC integrates this with real-world applications. 🤔
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