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Women Warriors on the Cover: Femina India Celebrates Army’s Finest in August 2025 Special – Watch the Cover Shoot Inside

Femina India’s August 2025 cover pays tribute to ten Indian Army women officers, showcasing courage, leadership, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood in service.
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Femina India’s August 2025 cover is making waves online — not for its glamour, but for its grit.In a powerful video shared by 1997-batch IRAS officer Ananth Rupanagudi, the magazine’s cover shoot unfolds like a cinematic salute to the nation’s women warriors. Ten Indian Army officers, from Colonels to Lance Naiks, stand tall in their olive-green uniforms, their eyes reflecting both discipline and determination. Against a backdrop of regimental pride, the shoot captures synchronized salutes, confident strides, and moments of quiet poise — each frame a testament to courage, leadership, and the unshakable bond of sisterhood in service.

A Cover That Says More Than Words

This isn’t just a fashion shoot—it’s a bold salute to women who defend the nation as officers in uniform. The feature, under titles like Warrior Women of the Indian Army or In the Line of Duty, highlights ten distinguished officers whose dedication and presence redefine the image of women in defense.

Faces of Courage, Names of Pride

Among the women featured:

Colonel Sofiya Qureshi: Noted for leading the official press briefing during Operation Sindoor and breaking the permanent commission barrier—her story blends strategic acumen with history-making leadership.

Major Dr. Dipanwita (Dwipannita) Kalita: Assam’s first female paratrooper, who trained in Agra and earned her wings in 2023. Her journey from Dhekiajuli to the cover of Femina India has become a monumental symbol of inspiration.

Colonel Ponung Doming: The first woman Colonel from Arunachal Pradesh featured in the editorial, representing regional pride and breaking gender norms.

The other officers—Colonel Meghna Dave, Colonel Anshu Jamwal, Lieutenant Colonel Krutika Patil, Captain Ojaswita Shree, Captain Shraddha Shivdavkar, Lance Naik Aashika, and Lance Naik Manju—also appear in the feature, collectively embodying excellence across operational and leadership domains.

When History Meets Representation

This spread isn’t a token gesture—it’s a powerful narrative shift. As one Instagram post noted: “Behind every salute lies a journey. From different corners…” The cover brings these journeys to millions—turning the spotlight on women officers whose stories often remain untold.

Women in Uniform, Redefining Norms

Femina’s August issue reminds us that patriotism and grace coexist—and that bravery isn’t limited to the battlefield. Whether delivering national briefings, earning paratrooper wings, or holding the line in operations and logistics, these women redefine what strength looks and sounds like.

Their cover presence sends a message to every young Indian woman: if you can see it, you can be it.

Also Read: A Promise Never Broken: Sister Ties Rakhi to Martyred Brother’s Statue Each Year | Rakshabandhan Special


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