<h1>Defence training institute founder donates ?2.51L, pledges free NDA coaching and supports martyrs' children, celebrates student successes</h1> A regional defence training institute honored youth at a ceremony organized by a farmers' welfare group, where the institute's founder donated ?2.51 lakh to his former school and pledged free NDA coaching for any student from that school; the institute also offers free education to children of martyrs. The institute reported 24 final merit selections (including top-50 ranks) and 710 written selections in recent NDA exams. The event recognized 20 local meritorious students and featured several retired senior service officers, former law enforcement officials, coaches, and civic leaders. Organizers framed the initiative as promoting rural talent and educational development.