Dheeraj Singh, a 4th-year B.Tech Computer Science Engineering student from Parul University’s Vadodara campus has once again made strides of national pride through his efforts towards armed forces service. Along with his studies at the University, Dheeraj has been serving as an NCC Cadet with 1 Gujarat Air Squadron in Vadodara, Gujarat. This brilliant young Cadet was invited by the HQ DG NCC to Delhi to receive an award from the highest dignitary at the HQ.
In addition to his efforts in the NCC, Dheeraj has also been a committed member and one of the many beneficiaries of the Parul University’s Armed Forces Motivational Cell, a cell that has been dedicated to, nurturing and shaping the young armed forces aspirants of PU towards a career in the armed forces. 
His efforts and commitment towards national service have also allowed him to go beyond boundaries as he was chosen to be a part of the NCC cadet delegation who traveled to Dhaka, Bangladesh, under the Youth Exchange Programme. This program seeks to help members to appreciate and gain an understanding of the socio-economic and cultural realities of different countries. The HQ DG NCC selected 20 deserving cadets from India who were given this lifetime opportunity of displaying India’s armed force excellence on an international level.
This recent award adds to the many efforts which Dheeraj has made throughout his academic journeys, such as the 2021 Republic Day celebrations, where he went forward to represent Parul University at the parade. He was also part of the ‘All India NCC Boys Marching Contingent’ at Rajpath Parade and Gujarat Marching Contingent for PM’s rally. Singh also had the honor of being awarded by the Honourable Prime Minister with the PM’s baton and medal during NCC Republic Day Camp 2021 at Delhi. Adding on to the sublime achievements of the young cadet he was also awarded the Governor’s medal by the Honourable Governor of Gujarat.
During his expedition in Bangladesh, he was also able to visit the nations’ landmarks such as Bangladeshi National War Memorial, the Bangladeshi National Museum, Army Headquarters, Naval Headquarters, and Air Force Headquarters. These tours were structured to give the students knowledge of the brave stories of the troops who played a significant part in the nations’ freedom.
“I am truly grateful to have been selected for his lifetime opportunity of being a part of the NCC delegation to represent India during this exchange program,” said Cadet Singh. The Senior Sec, Ministry of Defence hosted a dinner at the Army Golf Club where the students got the opportunity to hear the words of senior officials.
“As a university, we are truly proud of the hard work and dedication which has been displayed by Cadet Dheeraj Singh. We would like to also give a special appreciation to the ADG Gujarat NCC Directorate Major General Arvind Kapoor, Group Commander Of the NCC, Brigadier DS Rawat for their support, guidance, and trust in our young students,” said Commander Sanjay Sharma, Director of Armed Forces Motivational Cell, Parul University.
