The historic first batch of 17 female cadets was among the 336 cadets who graduated as part of the 148th Course – Spring Term 2025. The milestone event was marked by a grand Passing Out Parade (POP), where a total of 1,341 cadets took part at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground in Khadakwasla. (Pics/Defence PRO)
Updated On: 2025-05-30 09:17 PM IST
Compiled by : Divya Nair
A total of 1,341 cadets participated in the parade, including 336 who were graduating. This parade was especially significant as it marked the graduation of the NDA’s first-ever batch of 17 female cadets
The Reviewing Officer for the parade was Gen (Dr) VK Singh (Retd), the Hon’ble Governor of Mizoram. Lt Col Praveen Kumar Tiwari, the Adjutant, supervised the parade while riding his horse ‘Reliant Robin’. The parade was led by Academy Cadet Captain Udayveer Singh Negi from ‘G’ Squadron
The Reviewing Officer presented the President’s Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals to the Cadets who secured first, second, and third positions in the order of merit
The President’s Gold Medal was awarded to BCA Prince Raj, the Silver Medal to ACC Udayveer Singh Negi, and the Bronze Medal to BCC Tejas Bhatt for securing the top three positions in merit
The parade concluded with a stunning flypast by flag-trooping Chetak helicopters, Super Dimona motorized gliders, and Sukhoi-30 fighter jets. The Golf Squadron was awarded the Chiefs of Staff Banner, bringing the event to a close
