Parwinder SandhuNew Delhi, Jan. 8 -- For 504 young NCC cadets, Thursday was not just another day in their Republic Day Camp journey, it was the realisation of a cherished dream.

Stepping into the Air House, the official residence of the Chief of the Indian Air Force, the cadets experienced a moment that many will carry for a lifetime as they were warmly hosted at an 'At Home' by Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh and his wife, Sarita Singh.

Amid smiles, handshakes and heartfelt interactions, the future torchbearers of the nation came face-to-face with the leadership of India's air power, turning an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable chapter of inspiration, pride and aspiration.

Speaking with the UNI on the sidelines, the cadets were elat...