In a strong display of India’s commitment to women empowerment, Lieutenant General Sadhna S Nair, Director General Medical Services (DGMS) of the Indian Army, represented India at the Women, Peace, and Security Week in New York, USA.
Co-hosted by India, Germany, and Switzerland, the event on October 25, 2024, saw Lieutenant General Nair participate in a multinational panel discussion on the status of women in defense, followed by an interactive session.
As the first woman to hold the prestigious position of DGMS (Army), Lt Gen Nair discussed India’s strides toward creating a gender-neutral environment within the armed forces.
She highlighted the Indian Army’s progress and the ongoing efforts in recruitment, promotion, and retention to ensure equal opportunity and meaningful participation for women in the defense sector.
She emphasized the importance of initiatives that enable military personnel to balance family and career, supporting a holistic approach to service.
Lt Gen Nair also discussed the Indian Army’s active inclusion of women in United Nations peacekeeping missions, underscoring India’s role in promoting gender neutrality and enhancing multinational collaboration.
Her contributions to the panel reinforced India’s commitment to advancing #NariShakti in the defense sector and supporting women’s roles in peacekeeping and security.
