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Army chief backs women officers after Lt General criticised their performance

IndiaTimes Monday, 13 January 2025
Amid the push for gender-neutrality in the armed forces, General Upendra Dwivedi supports women officers, countering a Lt General's criticism. The number of women officers is set to increase, with plans to induct more into various ranks by 2032. Women are already serving successfully in multiple non-combat roles.
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