October 29, 2026 3:30 PM

Greater representation of women in armed forces can enhance protection in conflict zones: India at UN

India has called for greater representation of women in the armed forces, saying their increased participation can strengthen the protection of women and girls who are disproportionately affected by armed conflicts. Addressing the United Nations Security Council’s open debate on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) on Wednesday (local time), India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, P. Harish, stressed that greater participation of women in the military could significantly advance the WPS agen...