Punjab: Mai Bhago alumna Nisha commissioned as Sub-Lieutenant in navy

Nisha was commissioned during the passing-out parade at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala, reviewed by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena

Nisha, an alumna of Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute (AFPI) for Girls, Mohali, has been commissioned as a sub-lieutenant in the Indian Navy, bringing laurels to Punjab.

Nisha is the daughter of Dinesh Chander, a senior assistant at Punjabi University, Patiala. (HT)

Nisha was commissioned during the passing-out parade at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala, reviewed by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, flag officer commanding-in-chief of the Southern Naval Command.

Commissioned into the education branch of the navy, Nisha is the daughter of Dinesh Chander, a senior assistant at Punjabi University, Patiala.

Punjab employment generation, skill development and training minister Aman Arora congratulated the newly commissioned officer, describing her achievement as an inspiration for young women across Punjab aspiring to join the defence services. He said the state government was committed to supporting girls who wished to pursue careers as commissioned officers in the armed forces.

The minister also highlighted that the Punjab government had established an NDA preparatory wing for girls at Mai Bhago AFPI in July 2023 to provide specialised training to aspiring candidates. The institute is currently training its third batch under the programme.