For the first time in the history of India’s Republic Day, all-women contingent from the three forces Army, Air Force and Navy marched down in the parade.
Some facts:
- Army contingent was led by Capt Divya Ajith.
- Navy contingent was led by Lt Commander Sandhya Chauhan.
- Air Force contingent was led by Squadron Leader Sneha Shekhawat.
Some facts:
- Capt Divya Ajith who had led Army contingent is a graduate from the prestigious Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai.
- Earlier, in 2010 she had created history by becoming the first woman in the army to receive the coveted Sword of Honour (which is awarded to the best cadet of a course).
- Currently, Indian army does not have women in combat roles.
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