International Women's Day 2023: 5 Indian Women Decided to #CrossTheLine and Made Country Proud
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Several women decided to ignore the doubters and forge ahead, breaking down barriers and reaching new heights in their pursuit of achieving their own goals and desires.
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These five Indian women have shattered glass ceilings and triumphed in the way that only true warriors can, whether they are confronting patriarchal mindsets or overcoming disabilities to follow their ambitions.
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Mamatha Poojary Mamatha Poojary, often known as the "Kabaaddi Queen," started playing the sport in 2003 when she was just 17 years old. She received the Rajyotsava Prashasti as well as the Arjuna Award. With India, she has garnered 12 gold medals.
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Rajani Pandit In 1991, Rajani Pandit, being only 25 years old, opened Rajani Pandit Detective Services in Bombay. When people told her being a detective is 'not a woman's career', she opted to disregard them.
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Neetu Sarkar When her family was struggling financially, Neetu decided to start wrestling. She began her training in Rohtak and achieved her first national bronze medal. She has since won medals at numerous regional, national, and international competitions.
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Avani Chaturvedi Avani Chaturvedi made history by becoming the first solo fighter pilot from India. She piloted a MiG-21 "Bison," an aeroplane renowned for having the fastest takeoff and landing speeds in the world.
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Deepa Malik Deepa Malik continued to practise swimming as well as her early love of riding. She received the Arjuna Award in 2012 and went on to become the first female athlete to represent India at the Paralympics. In several sports, she has won 54 national gold medals and 13 international medals.
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