The camp is a key occasion within the quest for the coveted All-India ‘Ocean Sailing Expedition – MENU Trophy’. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Udupi is about to turn into a coaching floor for maritime excellence as 72 chosen Naval NCC cadets from Karnataka and Goa are set to embark on a difficult river and ocean crusing expedition at a 15-day camp starting from October 6.

The camp is a key occasion within the quest for the coveted All-India ‘Ocean Sailing Expedition – MENU (Most Entertaining Naval Unit ) Trophy’.

Organized by the Number 6 Karnataka Naval Unit of NCC, Udupi, underneath the overarching steering of the Karnataka and Goa NCC Directorate, the camp can be performed underneath the aegis of the Group Head Quarters Mangaluru headed by Col Viraj Kamath.

The operational management can be undertaken by Commandant Cdr Ashwin M. Rao, Commanding Officer 6 KAR NU NCC, Udupi.

The expedition is designed to be a complete take a look at of talent, endurance, and teamwork.

Before setting sail, the kick-off Pre-MENU coaching camp was formally launched by Cdr Ashwin M. Rao, at SRS Campus, Udupi, on October 1 for 5 days as a precursor to the MENU camp. This intensive preparatory section will equip them with the important data of boat dealing with, security procedures, and navigation methods required for the arduous journey forward.

The MENU Trophy is without doubt one of the highest honours a Naval NCC unit can obtain, with the profitable unit being acknowledged by the Prime Minister throughout the Republic Day parade. This expedition, due to this fact, represents not only a coaching train however a big aggressive endeavour, placing the talents and self-discipline of the cadets from Karnataka and Goa to the nationwide take a look at, a NCC launch by Number 6 Karnataka Naval Unit of NCC, Udupi stated.

Published – October 02, 2025 09:41 pm IST