Lucknow: An outreach and interactive session was organised at PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya AMC, Lucknow, on November 2 to familiarise students with career opportunities in the Indian Army and motivate them to serve the nation.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Maj Gen Manish Kumar, YSM, SM, Additional Director General (ADG), Headquarters Recruiting Zone (UP & UK), who is also an alumnus of the school. Col Kapil Saraswat, Director Recruiting, Recruiting Office (HQ), Lucknow, interacted with students during the session.
The team from Recruiting Office (HQ) included Maj Md Fasith, Sub Maj Jagveer Singh and Hav Clk Ajeet Kumar. The programme was attended by school Principal Subodh Agnihotri, 15 staff members and around 500 students.
Students were briefed on various recruitment opportunities in the Indian Army, with particular emphasis on officer entry schemes and the Agnipath Scheme. Detailed information was shared about recruitment through the National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Officers Training Academy (OTA) and Army Medical Corps (AMC), along with eligibility criteria, online examinations and the Services Selection Board (SSB) process.
The students were also informed about the Agniveer selection procedure and recruitment rallies for the 2026–27 recruitment year.
During a motivational address, officers encouraged students to consider a career in the Armed Forces and serve the country with pride, discipline and dedication. Special emphasis was placed on motivating girl students to join the Armed Forces, particularly through the NDA entry route.
The session also highlighted the importance of physical fitness, leadership, discipline, commitment and patriotism in military life. Students were encouraged to prepare sincerely, develop leadership qualities and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Handouts, posters and other publicity materials highlighting Army recruitment opportunities were distributed among students and staff members.
The programme received an encouraging response, inspiring young students to explore a career in the Indian Army and become active contributors to nation-building.
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