Captain Supreeta CT: Deployed on the World's Highest Battlefield
Captain Supreeta CT: Deployed on the World's Highest Battlefield
Background
Captain Supreeta CT has been deployed on the world's highest battlefield, Siachen Glacier.
The first woman to be posted in Siachen is Captain Shiva Chauhan, who was posted in January 2024.
Captain Supreeta came into the limelight on Republic Day on 26 January 2024 by joining the parade with her husband Major Jerry Blaze.
Historic Moment
The couple became the first couple to march in the parade as members of two different contingents.
Important Facts
- Captain Supreeta and Major Jerry: Both serve in the Indian Army.
- Siachen Glacier: An important strategic area for the Indian Army, where the conditions are extremely difficult.