SC clears permanent commission, command roles for women officers in Indian Army

In a historic judgment, the Supreme Court has ordered the Centre to ensure that women officers are given a permanent commission (PC) in the Army, while adding that the officers will be now eligible for command posting.

In its verdict on Centre's appeal against the Delhi High Court direction, the SC on Monday said the permanent commission will apply to all women officers in the Army in service, irrespective of their years of service. The Supreme Court also directed the Centre to grant permanent commission within three months to all women officers in the Army who opt for it.