Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh flagged in the first-ever Tri-Service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, marking a historic milestone for the Indian Armed Forces. The expedition brought together women personnel from the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force for an extraordinary maritime journey that demonstrated courage, resilience, teamwork and determination.
The successful completion of the expedition highlights the growing participation and leadership of women across India’s defence services. The historic voyage also reflects the armed forces’ commitment to empowering women and providing them opportunities to undertake challenging and pioneering missions. The achievement stands as an inspiring example of India’s progress towards greater gender inclusion and women-led excellence in the defence sector.