Know who is Colonel Sophia Qureshi of Operation Sindoor? Her name is already recorded in history

The Indian Army has destroyed terrorist hideouts with precision and power in Pakistan and PoK i.e. Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Its effect was seen not only across the border but all over the world.

On Wednesday, a press conference was held by the Indian Army and Air Force regarding this action. Everyone’s eyes were on the officer who told every thing about Operation Sindoor. And that was Colonel Sophia Qureshi. Since then, everyone has a question in their mind that who is Colonel Sophia Qureshi? Let us answer this question of yours in this article.

Colonel Sophia Qureshi is the daughter of Gujarat

Colonel Sophia’s name is already recorded in the history of the Indian Army. This officer, who belongs to Gujarat, is from the ‘Corps of Signals’. She is a post-graduate in bio-chemistry. The army is in her blood. Grandfather was also in the army. Her spouse is also an army officer. Who is posted in the Mechanized Infantry.

Name already recorded in history

Colonel Sophia Qureshi came into the limelight when she led the training contingent from India in the multi-national military exercise called ‘Force 18’. This was no ordinary drill. Armies from 18 countries practiced together. Where they focused on peace building strategies. She became the first woman officer of the Indian Army to lead such an exercise.

Played an important role in Operation Sindoor

When the Army’s statement came in front of the media regarding the action taken on the terror bases in PoK. So the responsibility of sharing it was on the shoulders of Colonel Sophia Qureshi. Her confident presence not only strengthened the trust of the countrymen. But once again made it clear that the leadership in the Indian Army looks at ability, not gender.

From peace to war

Colonel Sophia’s career was not limited to action only. In 2006, she was a part of the peace mission in Congo under the United Nations. She says that in such duty, the work of monitoring ceasefire, resolving local conflicts and bringing social stability is very sensitive. Perhaps this experience makes her strong today both in the field and in meetings.

Leadership matters

Regarding the work of Colonel Sofia, the then Army Commander of Southern Command, General Bipin Rawat once said – “She has been selected on the basis of her skills and leadership ability, and not because she is a woman.”