World Boxing Cup Finals gold medallist Preeti Panwar has made history by becoming the first Indian woman athlete to be directly inducted into the Indian Army as a Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO), at the rank of naib subedar. The ceremony took place in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone not only for Panwar but also for women in sports and the Indian Army. Her achievement is particularly noteworthy as it breaks new ground in military commissioning pathways for female athletes, following previous recognitions of women in the armed forces. This development is expected to inspire aspiring female athletes across the nation, reinforcing the Army’s commitment to integrating women into leadership roles within its ranks.