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{"id":13069,"date":"2023-06-16T14:50:23","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T14:50:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doerlife.com\/?p=13069"},"modified":"2023-06-20T10:18:27","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T10:18:27","slug":"vijayalakshmi-ramanan-the-first-woman-iaf-officer-and-doctor-always-prepared-for-an-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/doerlife.com\/vijayalakshmi-ramanan-the-first-woman-iaf-officer-and-doctor-always-prepared-for-an-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"Vijayalakshmi Ramanan: The First Woman IAF Officer And Doctor Always Prepared for An Emergency."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Vijayalakshmi Ramanan, a trailblazer in the field of aviation and medicine, will always be remembered as the first woman to become an officer in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Born in February 1924, she embarked on a remarkable journey that would leave a lasting impact on the armed forces and inspire future generations of women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After completing her MBBS degree, Vijayalakshmi Ramanan joined the Army Medical Corps on August 22, 1955. Soon after, she was seconded to the Air Force, marking the beginning of her groundbreaking career as an IAF officer. Alongside her role as a gynecologist in various Air Force Hospitals, including notable assignments here, she also demonstrated her dedication by attending to the wounded troops during times of war and fulfilling important administrative responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recognizing her exceptional contributions, Dr. Ramanan received a promotion to the rank of Wing Commander in August 1972. Five years later, she was bestowed with the prestigious Vishist Seva Medal, a high honor given to members of the Indian armed forces for their distinguished service. These accolades underscored her significant achievements and the impact she had made within the armed forces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dr. Ramanan’s commitment to serving the nation extended beyond her military responsibilities. She was a trained Carnatic music artist and had even worked as a performer with All India Radio at a young age. Her dedication to multiple domains showcased her versatility and passion for excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n