In the past few years, India has been crushing gender barriers in its armed forces by inducing women to serve in ground combat positions, on-board submarines, and even tank units.
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Updated Dec 15, 2020 | 17:04 IST
The Indian Army started the process to grant Permanent Commission to eligible women officers in August after getting approval from the defence ministry in July. Lt. Col. Arthi Tiwari and Lt. Col. Rohina Varghese in Akhnoor among those who received permanent commission in the Indian Army. | Photo Credit: ANI
Srinagar: Two Lieutenant rank woman officers of the Indian Army, who have received Permanent Commission in the Army, said that they received the acceptance after facing many challenges.
Speaking to ANI, one of the woman Army officer, Lt Col Rohina Varghese said that constant efforts of many years of all the people including our seniors bore fruit. “We are equal. We put in equal efforts and work with the same dedication. I m second to none,” Lt Col Rohina said.