Lt Parul Dhadwal Indian Army
Marking a historic moment in a lineage of courage and service to the nation, a renowned military family has welcomed its first woman officer. Lt Parul Dhadwal was commissioned into the Indian Army Ordnance Corps on September 6, 2025, after graduating from the prestigious Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. She earned the President’s Gold Medal for securing the First position in the Order of Merit, a testament to her outstanding dedication and excellence.
Lt Parul Dhadwal represents the fifth generation of her family in uniform, hailing from Village Janauri, District Hoshiarpur, Punjab, a region renowned for its strong martial tradition. Her commissioning marks a remarkable moment where legacy and modernity converge, with a daughter of the family donning the Olive Greens for the first time.
The Dhadwal family’s service lineage traces back to Subedar Harnam Singh of 74 Punjabis, her great-great-grandfather, who served the Army from January 1, 1896 to July 16, 1924. Her great-grandfather, Major L.S. Dhadwal, was part of 3 JAT, while the third generation saw distinguished service by Colonel Daljit Singh Dhadwal (7 JAK RIF) and Brigadier Jagat Jamwal (3 KUMAON). The tradition continues with her father, Major General K.S. Dhadwal, SM, VSM, and her brother, Captain Dhananjay Dhadwal, both serving in 20 SIKH.
This rare instance of three serving officers from two generations of the same family stands as a testament to their enduring commitment to the nation. The commissioning of Lt Parul Dhadwal not only strengthens this illustrious martial tradition but also highlights the growing role of women in the Indian Armed Forces.
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