July 6, 2025

After the Indian Air Force paved the way with over 20 women fighter pilots, the Indian Navy follows suit as Sub-Lieutenant Aastha Poonia breaks barriers to enter the fighter stream. Trained on Hawk advanced jet trainers, she is set to qualify as a MiG-29K pilot for carrier-based operations. This achievement marks a significant step towards gender equality in the armed forces, inspiring more women to pursue combat roles.

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