India, June 30 -- Four Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) cadre women officers are now in leadership roles as inspector generals (IGs) in sensitive units, the force said in a statement on Monday terming it as a historic milestone. Of the 8 IG rank posts in CISF - four allotted to the IPS officers and the other four to the non- IPS CISF cadre- 50% were women.

"This is the highest proportion among all armed forces of the union. These officers now lead key portfolios and field formations. It aligns with India's broader push for Nari Shakti in national security. With women rising to leadership positions, CISF is not just marking a milestone- it is leading a movement towards true representation and meaningful participation in uniformed ...