Srinagar, March 31 -- The decision to induct the first batch of women officer cadets into the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in July 2025 is a landmark moment for gender equality in our armed forces which reflects the evolving nature of military institutions and acknowledges the role of women in leadership positions and recognizing their ability to serve in combat roles. This move, which follows the Supreme Court's 2021 ruling allowing women into the National Defence Academy (NDA), underscores a broader shift toward inclusivity, meritocracy, and modernization in our defense establishment. For 92 years, the IMA has trained thousands of male cadets who have gone on to serve in key positions in the Indian Army. The inclusion of women in this ...