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Meet Captain Sariya Abbasi, A Troop Commander Army Air Defence Regiment

Gorakhpur, UTTAR PRADESH:

Captain Sariya Abbasi, a troop commander with an Army Air Defence Regiment deployed near the contested LAC in Tawang sector. Her unit is one of the first AD regiments in the country to be equipped with upgraded L70 guns.

Indian Army’s Captain Sariya Abbasi briefing about the Upgraded L-70 air defence guns deployed at forward location along the Line of Actual Control near Tawang area in Arunachal Pradesh.

Captain Abbasi has been a part of the Indian Army for four years now and is currently posted in the Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh, on the Line of Actual Control (LAC). She came in the headlines as she spoke to media outlets about the recently deployed upgraded L-70 air defence guns.

Captain Sariya Abbasi passed out from OTA Chennai in 2017 / pix: ssbcrackexams.com

Sariya Abbasi belongs from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh and she has a B.Tech degree in Biotechnology. Her father, Dr Tehseen Abbasi, is a retired station director from All India Radio while her mother is serving as a principal in a government school in Gorakhpur.

source: http://www.ssbcrack.com / SSB Crack / Home> Personality Development / by SSB Crack / October 22nd, 2021

Captain Fatima Wasim makes history as first female medical officer deployed at Siachen Glacier

INDIA:

Captain Fatima Wasim’s historic role as the first female medical officer in an operational post at the Siachen Glacier is a remarkable achievement. The nation commends Captain Fatima Wasim for her groundbreaking accomplishment.

Captain Fatima Wasim makes history as the first female medical officer deployed at Siachen Glacier. / Image Source : INDIA TV /

Captain Fatima Wasim has etched her name in history by becoming the first female medical officer to be deployed on an operational post at the formidable Siachen Glacier. After undergoing rigorous training at the Siachen Battle School, she received her posting at an operational post situated at an altitude of 15,200 feet.

Historic deployment

Captain Fatima Wasim’s appointment as the first woman medical officer on an operational post at Siachen Glacier is a groundbreaking achievement. Following intensive training at the Siachen Battle School, she assumed duties at the operational post located at a challenging altitude of 15,200 feet.

Siachen warriors’ Captain

The Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army shared a video on social media platforms, underscoring the milestone achieved by Captain Fatima Wasim. The video celebrated her as the first medical officer to be stationed at an operational post on the Siachen Glacier, emphasising her indomitable spirit and high inspiration.

Indian Army’s Captain Fatima Wasim is 1st Woman Medical Officer at Siachen Glacier – YouTube / Jay Wankhede

Impactful Posting

Captain Fatima Wasim’s deployment at 15,200 feet is a testament to her resilience and serves as a source of immense inspiration. The challenging conditions of Siachen Glacier make this assignment not only historic but also a reflection of her unwavering dedication.

Acknowledgment by the Indian Army

The Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army acknowledged Captain Fatima Wasim’s historic posting through a video shared on social media platforms. The caption emphasised her role as a Siachen warrior and celebrated her as the first female medical officer in an operational post at the Siachen Glacier.

Inspiration and determination

Captain Fatima Wasim’s deployment at such a formidable altitude symbolises her unyielding determination and serves as an inspiration for others. Her historic posting is not only a personal achievement but also a significant stride in breaking gender barriers within the armed forces.

source: http://www.indiatvnews.com / India TV / Home> English News> India / by Nitin Kumar / December 11th, 2023