Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Kashmir Youth Embrace National Cadet Corps
In Kashmir, many young people are now joining the National Cadet Corps (NCC) instead of getting involved in terrorism.
This is a big change from the past.
Young boys and girls like Bintul Huda, Khushboo Jan, and Numan Nabi want to serve their country and protect their people.
They feel proud wearing the NCC uniform and have seen the diversity and beauty of India.
The number of young people joining terrorist groups has dropped a lot.
In 2025, no one from the Valley joined terrorist outfits.
The youth of Kashmir are choosing a life of pride and purpose over violence.
Young Kashmiris are increasingly joining the National Cadet Corps (NCC).
The number of local youth joining terrorist outfits has significantly declined, with no new recruits in 2025.
NCC cadets like Bintul Huda and Khushboo Jan express pride in serving the country.
Numan Nabi highlights how experiencing India's diversity changed his mindset.
The youth of Kashmir are choosing a life of pride and purpose over violence.
- Who
- Young boys and girls in Kashmir
- What
- Joining the National Cadet Corps in growing numbers
- When
- 2025
- Where
- Kashmir Valley
- Why
- To serve the country and experience its diversity, driven by a desire for pride, patriotism, and purpose.
Youth Joining NCC
Decline in Terror Recruitment
Increasing NCC Enrollment
Youth Joining NCC
Young Kashmiris are increasingly joining the National Cadet Corps, driven by a desire to serve the country and experience its diversity.
Decline in Terror Recruitment
There is a significant decline in local youth joining terrorist outfits, with no new recruits in 2025.
- Year
- 2025
- Location
- Kashmir Valley
- Organization
- National Cadet Corps (NCC)
- Terror Recruits (2020)
- 181
- Terror Recruits (2025)
- 0
- NCC Cadets' Goal
- Join Armed Forces
- Notable Locations
- Kupwara, Nawakadal, Baramulla, Bandipora