Sai Jadhav breaks 93-year barrier, becomes 1st woman Territorial Army Lieutenant

• Sai Jadhav from Kolhapur became the first woman Lieutenant in the Territorial Army, breaking a 93-year-old record.
• She completed a special training course, being the only woman among 16 officer cadets.
• Her achievement is a significant step for women's empowerment and an inspiration for aspiring women in the armed forces.
• Inspired by her father (Major Sandeep Jadhav) and grandfather's military service, she continues a rich family tradition.
• From June 2026, women officer cadets will regularly train with male cadets at IMA, a major announcement made during her passing out ceremony.

Why It Matters: First woman Territorial Army Lieutenant Sai Jadhav empowers women in Indian military.