Flight Lieutenant Gunjan Saxena:
Gunjan Saxena is a former Indian Air Force (IAF) officer who became the first woman to fly in a combat zone during the Kargil War in 1999. Her story was later adapted into a Bollywood film titled "Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl."
Major Mitali Madhumita:
Major Mitali Madhumita, an officer in the Indian Army, created history by becoming the first woman to lead an Indian Army contingent in a multi-national military exercise. She led the Indian Army's training team during Exercise Force 18 in Russia.
Wing Commander Pooja Thakur:
Pooja Thakur is an officer in the Indian Air Force and a former Wing Commander. She made history by becoming the first woman to lead the Inter-Service Guard of Honour for an important visiting dignitary at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Lieutenant Commander Vartika Joshi:
Vartika Joshi is an officer in the Indian Navy and the first woman to lead a naval contingent in the Republic Day Parade. She led the naval marching contingent during the 2016 Republic Day celebrations.
Colonel Gauri Ma:
Colonel Gauri Ma is an officer in the Indian Army who has been recognized for her contributions to the field of medical services. She is known for her leadership and dedication in the medical corps.
Sapper Shanti Tigga:
Shanti Tigga made history by becoming the first woman to join the Indian Army as a jawan (soldier) in the Corps of Engineers. She enlisted in the Army as a sapper, breaking gender stereotypes in combat roles.