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First-Ever: Nine Women Graduate as Officers from the Indian Military Academy
Times of India·Sunday, 14 June 2026
Nine women officer cadets were commissioned from the Indian Military Academy for the first time in its history, joining 515 graduating cadets. President Droupadi Murmu attended the event and called it a significant step for women's empowerment. Awards were also presented to outstanding cadets, with Vishal Kumar named Best Overall Cadet.
Why It Matters
This is a landmark moment for the Indian Army — women have never graduated as officers from the IMA before. It marks a concrete shift in how India's military opens its doors.
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