Should the NDA toughen up its cadets?

There is an overall consensus that physical and mental toughening of the cadets is necessary because it is an essential aspect of the ‘breaking-in’ process at the National Defence Academy (NDA). A young officer believes that it was the ‘unofficial punishments’ that prepared him to meet the physical standards expected of him later on.

Should the National Defence Academy’s ‘Ragda’ increase?

A serving officer, who was an instructor at the NDA, seemed convinced that the training is still ‘inadequate’ and that the ‘ragda’ should in fact increase. Also read: Outdated courses to rampant ragging: Why India’s National Defence Academy needs urgent help

What happens if you fail in the NDA training?

There were instances at my time when cadets got fail in NDA training which is known as Relegation. Cadets who get fail in academics, or physical tests or even on disciplinary grounds, or due to prolonged absence from training are relegated for a period of 6 months.

What is it like to be an Ragda cadet?

Ragda ensures that only the toughest make through the ranks. If they cannot hack it, they certainly will not survive combat. Even many cadets share the same belief, with one cadet who does not wish to be identified saying “Ragda gives you spontaneous pain, but the ustaads are preparing you for a bright future, where you can face the enemy!”

Do military academies have a problem with ragging?

It is also important to take note of reports of ragging at military academies, which are alleged to have even resulted in suicide by cadets who were victims. Here’s what Major Navdeep Singh, a practising lawyer specialising in military affairs, had to say after watching the clip:

Where was the video of this Indian cadet getting beaten up filmed?

The video you’ve just watched was apparently filmed at one of India’s military academies. Neither the date of the video clip nor the identities of either the cadet getting beaten with a hockey stick or his senior are known to us.

How do the senior cadets imitate the junior cadets?

The senior cadet imitate the DS in intimidating their juniors and subjugate them to menial things. The primitive techniques and traditions if followed now also should be discontinued forthwith.