Army Ready for Women in Infantry if Society Accepts, Says Chief of Army Staff

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi stated that the Indian Army is prepared to induct women into the infantry, contingent on societal acceptance. He noted the Army's ongoing expansion of gender inclusion across various branches, including artillery, air defence, and the Territorial Army, with women already serving in technical corps and command positions. Opportunities are also increasing in intelligence, logistics, and education, with a focus on indigenization and capability development.