Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:31pm on 04 Jun 2026,Thursday India Global
Indian Army officer Major Abhilasha Barak has been awarded the United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award 2025 for her outstanding contribution to gender equality in peacekeeping missions. Serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, Barak was recognized for her efforts in engaging with women and adolescent girls, promoting community outreach, and conducting gender-sensitization training for peacekeepers. She also served as Commander of the Female Engagement Team and is the first woman combat helicopter pilot in the Indian Army. The honor highlights India's significant role in global peacekeeping and women's empowerment initiatives.
