NEW DELHI JAN, 28 : In a proud moment for the Indian Army and women in the country, Havildar Preeti Rajak, a trap shooter, was promoted to the rank of Subedar on Saturday. Subedar Preeti Rajak is now the first woman Subedar in the Indian Army. Her accomplishment is a remarkable example of women’s strength and capability.
Subedar Preeti Rajak joined the Indian Army in the Corps of Military Police on 22 December, 2022 based on her proven performance in trap shooting. Preeti Rajak is the first meritorious sportswoman in the shooting discipline to be enrolled in the Indian Army as a Havildar.
During the 19th Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China, from September 21 to October 1, 2023, Subedar Preeti Rajak clinched a silver medal in the Trap Women Team Event, showcasing her prowess on the international stage. Her extraordinary performance caught the attention of military officials, leading to her being awarded a first out-of-turn promotion to the rank of Subedar.
Currently ranked 6th in India in the Trap Women Event, Subedar Preeti Rajak is undergoing rigorous training at the prestigious Army Marksmanship Unit (AMU) as she prepares for the Paris Olympic Games in 2024.
“Her great achievement will motivate generations of young women to come forward to join the Indian Army as well as carve a niche for themselves in professional shooting,” the Army said in a statement.(INDIA TODAY)
