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**Summary:**

NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadets from Karnataka and Goa, participating in a 15-day ocean expedition camp organized by No. 6 Karnataka Naval Unit of NCC, conducted a Swachh Bharat cleanliness drive at Malpe beach and their campsite in Udupi on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The drive aimed to promote cleanliness, community involvement, and hygiene. The cadets also marched to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness. Following the drive, they engaged in sailboat maintenance and rigging training in preparation for the official MENU (Most Entertaining Naval Unit) competition. This camp aims to foster leadership, discipline, and teamwork.

**News Article:**

**NCC Cadets Champion Cleanliness at Malpe Beach Ahead of Ocean Expedition**

**Mangaluru, October 5, 2025** – Cadets from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) of Karnataka and Goa demonstrated their commitment to community service by undertaking a Swachh Bharat cleanliness drive at Malpe beach in Udupi on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The initiative was part of a 15-day ocean expedition camp organized by No. 6 Karnataka Naval Unit of NCC, Udupi, under the aegis of the Group Head Quarters Mangaluru.

Seventy-two selected cadets from the NCC Naval wing participated in the event, cleaning both the Sharada Residential School campsite and Malpe Beach. The drive underscored the importance of cleanliness and community participation in maintaining a hygienic environment. The cadets also conducted a route march through Udupi and Malpe, spreading awareness about the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.

“Cleanliness is everyone’s duty, so the cadets understood that these small voluntary contributions can contribute to greater social change,” stated a NCC Official. The event also highlighted how the cadets understand the life through unity and discipline thereby strengthening NCC’s service mission.

Following the clean-up efforts, the cadets engaged in practical training at the NCC Boat Pool in Udyavara, learning sailboat maintenance and rigging skills. This training is in preparation for the official launch of the ‘Most Entertaining Naval Unit (MENU)’ competition on Monday, October 6, 2025, a key event designed to cultivate leadership, discipline, teamwork, and commanding qualities among the cadets. The camp and MENU competition is part of the larger goal to be the All-India ‘Ocean Sailing Expedition.

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