Shimla, June 1 -- Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Monday flagged off a National Cadet Corps (NCC) mountain expedition to Mount Deo Tibba in Kullu district, saying such adventure activities play a vital role in nation-building, character development and steering youth towards a disciplined and healthy lifestyle.

The expedition, organised by the NCC, will see 24 selected cadets from across the country undertake a nearly 50-kilometre trek through the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas, reaching an altitude of around 20,000 feet above sea level.

Addressing reporters after flagging off the expedition, the Governor congratulated the participating cadets and expressed confidence that the experience would help shape them into respons...