Lieutenant General Rajeev Puri’s review of eight women Colonel officers raised concerns about interpersonal issues, ego, and a lack of empathy among them, despite the Army’s commitment to women officers’ induction. He advocated for “gender neutrality” and emphasized the need for improved training to address these challenges and enhance leadership effectiveness.
Today (15th April): The Supreme Court of India has allowed women officers in the Indian Army to legally challenge a newly introduced promotion policy, specifically the mandatory two-year higher course requirement which they argue hampers their career progression. This decision provides a formal legal avenue for addressing grievances against the new policy, advancing gender equality within the Army.