New Delhi, May 30 -- The first batch of 17 women cadets graduated alongside 322 male counterparts from the Pune-based National Defence Academy (NDA) on Friday, 29 May.

According to the details, the cadets of the first co-ed batch went past 'Antim Pag' at the Khetrpal Parade Ground of the tri-service training academy in Khadakwasla, marking their passing out ceremony.

Hindustan Times reported that academy cadet captain, Udayveer Negi, commanded the parade of the 148th course, with former army chief and current governor of Mizoram, General VK Singh, as the reviewing officer of the Passing Out Parade.

"This marks a historic milestone in our collective journey towards greater inclusivity and empowerment," Hindustan Times quoted Gen Singh a...