Women Officers on Parade
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | Permanent Commission to Women Officers in Indian Army |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | January 15, 2022 |
| Denomination | Rs. 15 |
| Quantity | 202,450 |
| Perforation | comb 13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Wet Offset |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Sh. Brahm Prakash |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 3757 Yvert et Tellier IN 3436 Stanley Gibbons IN 3796 |
| Themes | Military Forces | Women |
Women Officers on Parade – A Salute to Courage and Equality
The sight of women officers marching on parade is a powerful symbol of discipline, empowerment, and national pride. Once limited to medical and support roles, women in the Indian Army have broken barriers and now stand shoulder-to-shoulder with their male counterparts, leading contingents and commanding parade columns with confidence.
Marching into History
From their commissioning in the Army Medical Corps after Independence to their induction into combat support arms in the 1990s, women officers have steadily expanded their role in the Armed Forces. Their presence on the parade ground reflects this historic journey—one that combines rigorous training, leadership, and unwavering dedication to duty.
Symbol of Empowerment
The synchronized steps of women officers during a military parade are more than just ceremonial—they embody the values of equality, determination, and resilience. Whether it is Republic Day at Rajpath or regimental parades in cantonments, women officers represent the strength of Indian womanhood and the progress of the nation.
Precision and Pride
Trained with the same rigor as men, women officers master every aspect of parade discipline—march pasts, saluting formations, and ceremonial commands. Their immaculate presence showcases the Indian Army’s commitment to professionalism and gender equality.
Honoring the Moment Through Philately
To mark this transformation, the Department of Posts has issued commemorative postage stamps celebrating the contribution of women officers in the Indian Army. These stamps immortalize the moment when women, with dignity and pride, march on parade as true defenders of the nation.
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