Slt Aastha Poonia made history as the first woman to be trained as a fighter pilot in the Indian Navy. She and Lt Atul Kumar Dhull were awarded the 'Wings of Gold' at @IN_Dega. This achievement marks a significant step towards gender inclusivity in Naval Aviation, promoting equality and opportunity within the Indian Navy.
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