Meet Fatima Wasim: 1st Woman On Op Post In Siachen

Zee Media Bureau
Dec 11, 2023

First Medical Officer

Previoulsy, Captian Geetika Koul from the Snow Leopard Bridgade became the first woman medical officer of the Indian Army to be deployed at the world’s highest battlefield, Siachen.

Highest Battleground In The World

Siachen Glacier is the largest one in India and the highest battleground in the world.

Indian Army's Fire and Fury Corps

She belongs to the Indian Army’s Fire and Fury Corps.

Siachen nestled at 15,200 feet height

She had undergone rigorous training at Siachen Battle School before the induction to a post at an altitude of 15,200 feet.

Capt Fatima Wasim of Siachen Warriors

Capt Fatima Wasim of Siachen Warriors creates history as she becomes the first woman medical officer to be deployed on an operational post on the Siachen Glacier.

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