Tag: Women Empowerment

Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma has made history as the first woman officer from a non-medical branch of India’s armed forces to attain a two-star rank. Promoted on September 1, 2026, she also assumed charge as Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education) at Air Headquarters. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for women pursuing senior careers beyond the medical services.

Bihar has announced plans for a women-only university where women would make up the student body as well as the teaching, administrative and leadership teams. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary unveiled the Mahila Vishwavidyalaya proposal on August 27, but the government has yet to announce its location, courses, admission process or opening date.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed the push for 33% women’s reservation in Parliament and State Assemblies, but Census 2027, delimitation, and further constitutional steps must be completed before the quota can take effect.