In less than one week two young women officers of the Indian army have recorded their names in the history books after they were deployed in the Siachen Glacier, the world's highest battlefield, to discharge their routine duties.
Last week, Captain Geetika Koul, from the Snow Leopard Brigade, became the first woman medical officer to be deployed at Siachen, and on Monday Captain Fatima Wasim became the first woman medical officer to be deployed on an operational post on the Siachen Glacier in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The Indian Army's Fire and Fury Corps announced this on social media while highlighting the significance of Captain Fatima's deployment in promoting gender inclusion within the military.
"Capt Fatima Wasim of Siachen Warriors creates history by becoming the first woman Medical Officer to be deployed on an operational post on the Siachen Glacier," the Fire and Fury Corps said in a post on X.
The Fire and Fury Corps further said that she was inducted to a post at an altitude of 15,200 feet after undergoing rigorous training at the Siachen Battle School. This speaks of her indomitable spirit and high motivation.
Siachen, located in the northern Himalayas, poses challenges due to its strategic importance, harsh climate, and demanding terrain.
