Women’s Day 2024: In 2023, history bore witness to a series of remarkable moments that showcased the indomitable spirit and achievements of women breaking barriers across various fields. These 9 historical moments stand as a testament to the relentless pursuit of equality and recognition for women in diverse spheres of life.
From politics to science, sports to technology, these women shattered ceilings and blazed trails, leaving an indelible mark on the pages of history. Let us delve into these groundbreaking moments that defined the year 2023 as a pivotal time for the first women who dared to challenge the status quo on IWD 2024.
9+ Historical Moments For First Women In The Year 2024
The Women Reservational Bill
The Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023, reserved one-third of all seats for women in the Lok Sabha, state legislative assemblies, and the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, including those reserved for SCs and STs.
Commander Prerna Deosthalee: First woman officer in the Indian Naval Warship
Lieutenant Commander Prerna Deosthalee is a serving officer in the Indian Navy. She is the first female officer to take command of a warship in the Indian Navy. Not only that, but she is the first female Navy observer flying the Tupolev Tu-142 maritime reconnaissance plane.
Group Captain Shaliza Dhami: First woman for a combat unit
Group Captain Shaliza Dhami is an officer in the Indian Air Force. She is the first woman officer in the IAF to receive a permanent commission and the first woman to become a flight commander. Also, she became the first woman IAF officer to get selected for the front-line combat unit.
Ishita Kishore: All India First Rank UPSC Holder
Ishita Kishore is a Delhi University graduate. She secured an AIR 1 in the final Civil Services 2022 result released on May 23, 2023, by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
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Dr. Ritu Karidhal Srivastav: Chandrayaan 3 Expert
The driving force behind the massive Chandrayaan-3 mission is Ritu Karidhal Srivastava, an Indian scientist and aerospace engineer. Ritu Karidhal, also referred to as the "Rocket Woman of India," led several significant space missions with success, including Chandrayaan-2, Mangalayaan, India's Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), and Chandrayaan 3 in 2023.
Kartiki Gonsalves: First Indian Film Academy Award Winner, Director
The Elephant Whisperers, a Tamil documentary directed by Guneet Monga, took home the Academy Award, making Gonsalves the first Indian filmmaker to do so. This film sheds light on the coexistence of humans and animals by telling the story of an indigenous couple who are entrusted with caring for an orphaned baby elephant.
Visually impaired Indian Women’s Cricket Team won gold at the IBSA
The visually impaired Indian women's cricket team won the gold medal at the International Blind Sports Association (IBSA) World Games, led by captain Sushma Patel. The Indian team defeated Australia by nine wickets in August at Edgbaston, Birmingham, making the match a historic occasion. The 2023 IBSA Games were also the first to include cricket as a category.
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Sujatha Ramdorai: First Indo-Canadian Mathematician conferred with Padma Shri
Sujatha Ramdorai studies complex geometry, topology, number theory, and cryptography. Last year, Ramdorai received the prestigious Padma Shri for her groundbreaking contributions to mathematics. She had already made history as the first Indian recipient of the ICTP Ramanujan Prize in 2006 and the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award, the highest recognition in STEM given by the Government of India.
Harmanpreet Kaur: First Female Sportsperson in BBC 100 Women recognition for sports
Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the India women's national cricket team, has secured her spot on the BBC 100 Women list. The description says that Kaur recently made history by becoming the first Indian woman to be named one of Wisden's five Cricketers of the Year.
Sudipti Hajela & Divyakriti Singh: First Dressage Asian Games Gold Medalist
Sudipti Hejala is an Indian equestrian athlete. The dressage team of Sudipti Hajela, Divyakriti Singh, Anush Agarwalla, and Hriday Chheda combined to win the country's first gold in equestrian dressage at the Asian Games 2022.
These women, pioneers in their respective fields, have paved the way for future generations, proving that resilience, determination, and talent know no gender. Their accomplishments inspire us to continue dismantling barriers and fostering an environment where every woman can thrive. The year 2023 will be remembered as a turning point, a chapter in history where the first women made their mark, and society took a significant step towards recognizing and celebrating the invaluable contributions of women in shaping our world.
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