Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:46pm on 23 May 2025,Friday India
The Supreme Court has ordered the Indian Air Force not to release Wing Commander Nikita Pandey, a decorated officer involved in Operations Balakot and Sindoor, after she was denied permanent commission under a 2019 policy. Pandey, with over 13.5 years of service and high merit rankings, alleged gender discrimination. The court acknowledged her contributions and emphasized the harm of uncertainty in the Armed Forces. The Centre argued she was found unfit by the selection board but agreed to a review. The next hearing is set for August 6, with no final equity granted yet. (PC: NDTV)
