The Centre assured the Supreme Court that women SSC Army officers face no bias in permanent commission, with all policies applied fairly. Women officers, however, argued that despite serving in Galwan, Balakot, and Operation Sindoor, they were overlooked.
The Supreme Court of India is hearing Wing Commander Sucheta Edn’s case, challenging the denial of her Permanent Commission in the Air Force. The court praised the contributions of the Armed Forces and emphasized the need for equal opportunities for women officers. An interim direction was issued to retain her in service during proceedings.
The Supreme Court of India has expressed concerns over gender bias in the Army’s JAG recruitment, highlighting the insufficient vacancies for women despite their higher merit. Justices questioned the rationale behind the 50:50 selection ratio and the government’s gender-neutral claims while directing necessary actions for women officers’ inclusion in training.