YCCE Hosts 'Shaurya Gatha Ep-1' encourages Students towards Defence Careers

Defence Club of Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering (YCCE) organized an interactive session, 'Shaurya Gatha Ep-1', to motivate students and defence candidates to become a part of the armed forces as a career. Assistant Commandant Rahul Bhasharkar of CRPF, Nagpur, and Jayesh Kshirsagar, an alumnus of YCCE who attained All India Rank (AIR) 27 in SSC Tech 64 Entry, were the special guests for the CCC auditorium event.

The session was inaugurated by Saraswati Vandana and formal induction of 'Lakshya'—YCCE Defence Club, to guide prospective defence aspirants and inculcate leadership skills in the students. Assistant Commandant Bhasharkar presented about his experience in CRPF, NSG (Black Cat Commandos), and anti-Naxal operations, where he explained about the difficulties and responsibilities of defence forces. Kshirsagar, however, spoke about equating defence preparation with studies, and gave valuable inputs on SSB interviews and career opportunities with the armed forces.

The interactive session also consisted of a Q&A session, where students interacted with the guests regarding civil services, career in defence, and time management. The event was blessed by Principal Uday Waghe and Director (Technical) Manali Kshirsagar, who wished all present their very best. Vaibhaw Doifode (student and activity in-charge), Meenal Kale (first-year in-charge), and Nikita P. Giradkar (club in-charge) organized the event.

The session was concluded with a vote of thanks and a gesture of appreciation presented to the guests of honor, marking the success of an inspiring initiative to shape the future of defence aspirants.