Women Leaders at Republic Day Parade

Major Srishti Khullar Inspires All-Women Armed Forces Medical Services Contingent

Major Srishti Khullar is set to lead a groundbreaking all-women contingent from the Armed Forces Medical Services on the Kartavya Path during the Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2024. A qualified paratrooper and eye surgeon, Major Khullar brings determination and valor to this historic event, breaking barriers with each dignified step.

In a recent interview, Major Khullar, accustomed to holding a surgical knife in the operating room, expressed her joy and gratitude at the challenging yet rewarding experience of leading the contingent with a sword.

IPS Officer Shweta K. Sugathan Heads Historic All-Women Delhi Police Contingent

The Delhi Police is making history with an all-women contingent, featuring officers primarily from Northeast India, walking down the Kartavya Path in the Republic Day Parade. IPS officer Shweta K. Sugathan leads the contingent comprising 194 female constables and head constables, marking a significant milestone in the parade’s history.

Tri-Services Contingent Led by Captain Sharanya Rao Marks ‘Nari Shakti’ Theme

For the first time, the tri-services contingent on Republic Day will be led by women officers, symbolizing the theme ‘Nari Shakti.’ Captain Sharanya Rao of the Indian Army, as the supernumerary officer, proudly leads the Army component. This year’s parade emphasizes the participation of various women-led contingents, from bands to tri-service contingents and the Military Nursing Service (MNS) contingent making its debut.

A First: Couple Marches Down Kartavya Path Together

Adding to the parade’s historic moments, Major Jerry Blaize and Captain Supreetha CT, a married couple residing in New Delhi, will march down the Kartavya Path together as part of different regiments. Tying the knot in June 2023, their joint participation marks a unique and heartwarming addition to the Republic Day celebrations.

In summary, the Republic Day Parade 2024 is set to be an extraordinary showcase of leadership, empowerment, and unity, with women at the forefront and even a married couple making history together on the Kartavya Path.

Re-reported from the article originally published in The shethepeople