Officer Trainees of the Special Foundation Course 2026 participated in a 5 km Cross-Country Run as part of the Fit India Freedom Run 7.0. The event commenced with the Khelo India Pledge administered by Dr. Sanjiwan Sinha, DG, NCA-F, inspiring the OTs to embrace fitness, sportsmanship and a healthy lifestyle. The run promoted physical fitness, endurance, discipline, camaraderie and healthy competition, reinforcing the spirit of teamwork and collective excellence. #KheloIndia #SpecialFoundationCourse #FitnessKiDoseAadhaGhantaRoz @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @LBSNAA_Official @kheloindia @FitIndiaOff

The festive spirit of Dussehra came alive at NCA-F with a vibrant Fete and Garba Night, bringing together joy, enthusiasm and a strong sense of community. The event saw active participation from Officer Trainees of SFC 2026 and NCA-F community, fostering teamwork, camaraderie and togetherness. The four houses put up stalls with several fun activities. The friendly competition between houses added to the excitement and encouraged collaboration and enthusiastic participation. Gayatri NGO set up a stall with handmade diyas, bags and other products made by women from vulnerable communities. Beyond the festivities, the evening was a reminder that unity, shared experiences and team spirit are the foundation of a dynamic civil service. #TeamSpirit #HealthyCompetition #SFC2026 @ControllerDot @LBSNAA_Official

⚡Nari Shakti in Action! Gold medalists Ms. Priya Ghanghas ( Boxing🥊 Commonwealth Games 2026) & Ms. Ishika Sabharwal (Hockey🏑 Asian Games 2026) shared inspiring journeys of grit and determination with Officer Trainees of Special Foundation Course 2026 at NCA-F. ​ 💪Key Takeaways: • Discipline & bouncing back stronger • Holistic mental & physical well-being • Investment in infrastructure at grassroot level to produce champions The session inspired Officer Trainees to embrace challenges, demonstrate perseverance and strive for excellence in their own journeys of public service. An inspiring reminder that fortitude, inclusivity, and Nari Shakti are core to building a Viksit Bharat! 🇮🇳 ​ #NariShakti #ViksitBharat #WomenInSports #WomenEmpowerment ​@YASMinistry @TheHockeyIndia @BFI_official @IndiaSports @Media_SAI @LBSNAA_Official @svpnpahyd @NADT_Official

What makes an effective and balanced civil servant? 🇮🇳 In a masterclass at NCA-F, Dr. B. Rajender, Director, Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, shared the ultimate blueprint for public service excellence—uniting professional competence with personal equilibrium. True administrative leadership isn't just about knowing more—it’s about building practical, transferable competencies and mastering the cycle of continuous learning. Key takeaways for the modern officer: The 4 Competency Domains: 💬 Communication & Interpersonal Skills 🤝 Getting Work Done 🧘 Personal Management 💡 Problem-Solving & Learning Agility ⚖️ The Balanced Officer: True career longevity rests on absolute neutrality, quiet integrity, mastering the "15-minute rule," and meticulous management of personal affairs. He urged the Officer Trainees of Special Foundation Course 2026 to live strictly within their means, manage the thin line of official-personal boundaries, and protect their family anchor. #LBSNAA #CivilServices #Leadership #PublicAdministration #NCAF @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @LBSNAA_Official @svpnpahyd @IGNFA_GoI @NADT_Official @nacincbic @IRITMLKO @iift_official @RAKNPA_DOP @IIMC_India

Ms. Saina Nehwal, Khel Ratna & renowned badminton champion and Olympic medallist, addressed the Officer Trainees of the Special Foundation Course 2026 at the National Communications Academy - Finance. Sharing insights from her remarkable sporting journey, she highlighted the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, resilience, diligence and the pursuit of excellence in achieving success. Her address also underscored the need for greater investment in the sports sector to strengthen India’s sporting ecosystem, nurture emerging talent and build world-class sporting infrastructure. Aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat , the interaction reinforced the importance of cultivating a strong sporting culture and creating an enabling environment to strengthen India's position as a global sporting powerhouse. #SFC2026 #CivilServices #FutureLeaders #NationBuilding #SportsForDevelopment @NSaina @Media_SAI @YASMinistry @IndiaSports @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @LBSNAA_Official @svpnpahyd @IGNFA_GoI @NADT_Official @nacincbic @IRITMLKO @iift_official @RAKNPA_DOP @IIMC_India

🌟 The Special Foundation Course 2026 kicked off with a glittering inaugural program at NCA-F campus ! 116 officer trainees representing 11 All India and Central Civil Services are participating in the second SFC being conducted by NCA-F. ⚡ In his inspiring inaugural address, the Chief Guest Shri Amit Agrawal, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications, highlighted the importance of critical and analytical skills in today's era of democratized knowledge. Reflecting on the rise of Artificial Intelligence, he noted that the past no longer holds all the keys to the future as humanity steps into an era of unprecedented AI potential. He called upon the Officer Trainees to become future-ready public servants by anchoring transformative technology in sound judgment and core human values. 💡 🌟 The solemn Oath of Allegiance was administered by Shri Sanjiwan Sinha, Director General, NCA-F. 📜Dr. Kamal Kapoor, Course Director - SFC 2026, while welcoming the dignitaries and officer trainees, emphasized the core values of Discipline, Learning & Camaraderie. Shri Amarnath Ojha, Course Coordinator -SFC 2026, presented the course structure. NCA-F wishes our future nation-builders an enriching 10-week long journey ahead! 🇮🇳 #SFC2026 #CivilServices #NationBuilding #PublicService #Leadership #NCAF @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @LBSNAA_Official @svpnpahyd @IGNFA_GoI @NADT_Official @nacincbic @IRITMLKO @iift_official @RAKNPA_DOP @IIMC_India

National Communications Academy – Finance (NCA-F) organised a thought-provoking Panel Discussion on the sidelines of the #IndiaMobileCongress2026. The session on “Last-Mile Network Financing: Towards a Sustainable Model” was moderated by Dr. Sanjiwan Sinha, DG, NCA-F. The engaging discussion brought together perspectives on strengthening the financial viability and sustainability of last-mile connectivity providers. Mr. Rajesh Chharia, ISPAI, highlighted the profitability challenges faced by small ISPs in providing last-mile connectivity. Mr. Mahender Srivastava, Railtel, outlined supply and demand-side measures to increase broadband uptake in rural areas. Mr. Luiz Felipe Zoghbi, GSMA, emphasised the importance of low-band spectrum for improving rural coverage. Mr. Kishore Bhagtani, DoT, highlighted various measures taken by government to reduce the cost of last-mile connectivity providers. Mr. Sindhu Sharma, Bharti Airtel, spoke on adopting sustainability practices in the telecom sector to reduce costs. Mr. Masood Mallick, Re Sustainability, advocated for appropriate regulatory measures to integrate Circularity into telecom business models, enabling more sustainable and resource-efficient growth. A valuable exchange of ideas on building a financially viable, sustainable and inclusive last-mile connectivity ecosystem. #DigitalIndia #Telecom #LastMileConnectivity #Sustainability @DoT_India @exploreIMC @ControllerDot

On the occasion of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day 2026 , NCA-F organized a Blood Donation Pledge Ceremony to raise awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation. Officers and staff members participated enthusiastically and pledged to support this life-saving cause, reaffirming their commitment towards social responsibility and community welfare. #NationalVoluntaryBloodDonationDay #BloodDonationAwareness @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @MoHFW_INDIA

NCA-F organised a one day workshop on i-GoT Knowledge Connect today. Addressing the participants, Dr. Sanjiwan Sinha, Director General, NCA-F highlighted the transformative role of the iGOT Karmayogi platform in fostering a culture of continuous learning and capacity building across government organizations. He encouraged officers to actively contribute their expertise towards the creation of high-quality learning content that is relevant, practical, and aligned with emerging governance requirements. Dr. Mandeep Singh, Deputy Director General emphasized the importance of collaborative knowledge-sharing and urged participants to leverage their domain expertise to enrich the digital learning ecosystem of Mission Karmayogi. The workshop aims to familiarise officers with recent developments in the conceptualization, development, review, and finalisation of courses on the iGOT Karmayogi platform. It provides participants with valuable insights into the end-to-end course development process, including competency mapping, instructional design, content curation, assessment methodologies, and learner engagement strategies. On this ocassion, NCA-F also felicitioused the officers those are regularly contributing in research/i-GoT course creations endeavours of the academy. #iGOTKarmayogi #MissionKarmayogi #CapacityBuilding @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @iGOTKarmayogi

As part of the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign, NCA-F, Ghitorni organized a Shramdaan Event – “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath” on 30 September 2026, in line with the theme “Swachhata Mein Sahbhag ; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat.” Staff and residents actively participated in the cleanliness drive, focusing on the collection of plastic waste and debris and cleaning the peripheral road within the NCA-F campus. The drive was followed by a plantation activity, reinforcing the commitment towards a cleaner and greener campus. A Preventive Health Check-up Camp for outsourced staff was also organized under the “Safai Mitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivir” initiative, promoting the health and well-being of those contributing to the cleanliness and upkeep of the campus. Through such collective efforts, NCA-F reaffirms its commitment to cleanliness, environmental responsibility and the spirit of Jan Bhagidari. #SHS2026 #SwachhataHiSeva2026  @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @SwachhBharatGov @swachhbharat @MoHUA_India @MoJSDDWS

राष्ट्रीय संचार अकादमी–वित्त में हिंदी पखवाड़ा – 2026 के अंतर्गत आयोजित विभिन्न प्रतियोगिताओं के विजेताओं तथा राजकीय कार्यों में हिंदी के अधिकाधिक प्रयोग को प्रोत्साहित करने हेतु चयनित अधिकारियों एवं कर्मचारियों को प्रमाण-पत्र एवं पुरस्कार प्रदान करने के लिए एक कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया गया कार्यक्रम की अध्यक्षता डॉ. संजीवन सिन्हा महानिदेशक ने करी। उन्होंने अपने संबोधन में राजकीय कार्यों में हिंदी के अधिकाधिक एवं सहज प्रयोग को बढ़ावा देने तथा हिंदी को अकादमी की कार्य-संस्कृति का अभिन्न अंग बनाने पर बल दिया। इस अवसर पर निबंध, भाषण, चित्रकला एवं काव्य पाठ सहित विभिन्न प्रतियोगिताओं के विजेताओं को सम्मानित किया गया। #हिंदीदिवस #हिंदीपखवाड़ा #राजभाषाहिंदी @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @RajbhashaVibhag

A 2-day Refresher Program on “Reconnecting with the Field: Current Issues in Licensing Finance, SUC and CCA Operations” for Group ‘A’ officers of DoT Field Offices commenced at NCA-F. Officers from Pr. CCA/CCA offices across the country are participating in this program. The program was inaugurated by Dr. Sanjiwan Sinha, DG, NCA-F, who highlighted the importance of continuous learning, regularly refreshing professional knowledge and strengthening field-level understanding of evolving financial and operational requirements. Dr. Kamal Kapoor, DDG, NCA-F, emphasised the importance of applying updated knowledge and best practices to ensure greater efficiency and effectiveness in CCA operations. The training will cover key areas including Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), Settlement of Claims, SUC and License Fee assessment, SARAS, SAMPANN, the new Licensing/Authorisation regime, Bank Guarantees, Internal Audit. #CapacityBuilding #RefresherTraining @DoT_India @ControllerDot

A two-day workshop on "E-Governance & Workplace Efficiency" commenced today at NCA-F. The workshop aims to equip participants with practical insights on using e-governance and digital tools to enhance productivity, transparency, and service delivery. Sh. Sanjiwan Sinha, DG, NCA-F, graced the inaugural session and stressed upon adaptability, technology-enabled governance, and lifelong learning. He highlighted that several key parameters monitored at the highest level, such as the handling of files in e-Office, will be covered in the workshop to help participants achieve their targets on time. Shri Shashank Shekhar Agarwal, Director, NCA-F, underlined the need for in-depth understanding of PFMS and GeM matters. The workshop reflects NCA-F's commitment to continuous professional development and building a competent, future-ready workforce. #EGovernance #WorkplaceEfficiency #CapacityBuilding #DigitalGovernance #ProfessionalExcellence @DoT_India @ControllerDot

राष्ट्रीय संचार अकादमी–वित्त द्वारा हिंदी पखवाड़ा 2026 के अंतर्गत एक भावपूर्ण एवं साहित्यिक काव्य पाठ कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया गया। कार्यक्रम का शुभारंभ मुख्य अतिथि सुश्री वंदना गुप्ता, महा नियंत्रक संचार लेखा, विशिष्ट अतिथि श्री राजीव कुमार, वरिष्ठ उप महानिदेशक, डाक विभाग तथा डॉ. संजीवन सिन्हा, महानिदेशक, राष्ट्रीय संचार अकादमी–वित्त द्वारा दीप प्रज्ज्वलन के साथ किया गया। इस अवसर पर अकादमी के अधिकारियों, प्रशिक्षुओं एवं परिसर में निवासरत निवासियों ने उत्साहपूर्वक सहभागिता करते हुए अपनी काव्य प्रस्तुतियाँ दीं। यह आयोजन हिंदी पखवाड़ा के उद्देश्यों को साकार करने की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण पहल रहा। कार्यक्रम के माध्यम से अकादमी ने अपनी समावेशी, सृजनात्मक एवं सांस्कृतिक कार्यसंस्कृति का उत्कृष्ट परिचय प्रस्तुत किया तथा हिंदी भाषा के प्रति अपनी प्रतिबद्धता को पुनः रेखांकित किया। #हिंदीदिवस #हिंदीपखवाड़ा #राजभाषाहिंदी @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @RajbhashaVibhag

As part of the Vigilance Awareness Week initiative, a two-day Capacity Building Program on “Preventive Vigilance: Promoting Integrity, Transparency & Accountability” commenced today at NCA-F. The program was graced by Advisor (Finance) Sh. Awadhesh Kumar as the Chief Guest. The program brings together 44 officers from field units of DoT, DoP and experts to explore preventive vigilance, ethical conduct, accountability, risk identification, public procurement, GeM, contract management, financial transactions, digital governance, cyber-enabled fraud and emerging risks associated with AI. Advisor (Finance) shared valuable perspectives on financial prudence, transparency and strengthening systems to prevent irregularities. His insights underscored the importance of identifying vulnerabilities early and embedding preventive safeguards in governance. Dr. Sanjiwan Sinha, Director General, NCA-F, shared institutional perspectives on strengthening vigilance and fostering ethical governance. With a strong “Prevention First” approach, the program aims to strengthen ethical decision-making, institutional accountability and public trust. #PreventiveVigilance #IntegrityInGovernance #TransparencyAndAccountability #GoodGovernance @DoT_India @IndiaPostOffice @ControllerDot @CVCIndia