Lance Naik Deepak Singh’s wife Rekha Singh has also joined the Indian Army, know about her age and biography
Rekha lost her husband in 2019.
On June 15, 2020, the country lost brave soldiers who fought fiercely for the nation during the Galwan Valley clash with China. Lance Naik Deepak Singh, a nursing assistant, was one of the 20 soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the country. His wife, Rekha Singh, has now joined the Indian Army as a Lieutenant.
Who is Rekha Singh, wife of martyr Lance Naik Deepak Singh: Biography, age, family, Indian army rank, hometown
Rekha Singh, wife of Naik Deepak Singh who was martyred in the Galwan Valley clashes in 2020, has now joined Indian Army.
She has been commissioned into the Indian Army as a Lieutenant and has been posted to Ladakh.
Naik Deepak Singh was posthumously awarded Vir Chakra pic.twitter.com/Emr9wdwsxl
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Rekha Singh career and training
After undergoing rigorous training for 11 months at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Chennai, Rekha Singh successfully completed her training and was commissioned into the Regiment of Artillery of the Indian Army.
After 11 months of rigorous training, she was inducted into the Regiment of Artillery of the Indian Army. On April 29, 2023, Rekha was among the 200 cadets who passed out from OTA, Chennai and was commissioned into the Army.
Lieutenant Rekha Singh has been posted on the frontlines of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, which is where her husband Lance Naik Deepak Singh was posted when he lost his life during the Galwan clashes.
Lieutenant Rekha Singh was married to Indian Army Lance Naik Deepak Singh in 2019 and she has become a Lieutenant at the age of 24 and belongs from the Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh.
The Indian Army on Rekha Singh
The Indian Army lauded Rekha Singh for her dedication and commitment. In a tweet, the Army mentioned that she had been commissioned after completing her training from OTA, Chennai. The tweet also mentioned that Lance Naik Deepak Singh was posthumously awarded the Veer Chakra for displaying exceptional bravery during the Galwan Valley clashes.
Rekha Singh breaking gender stereotypes
Rekha Singh’s induction into the Indian Army is a significant step towards breaking gender stereotypes in the armed forces. The Indian Army has been actively encouraging more women to join its ranks. This move is seen as a significant milestone towards gender equality in the Indian Army.
The young women officers, including Rekha Singh, will be posted to all types of artillery units. They will receive adequate training and exposure to handle rocket, medium, field, surveillance, and target acquisition (SATA) equipment in challenging conditions. This exposure will help them hone their skills and capabilities to serve the country better.
Rekha Singh’s achievement is a testament to her grit, determination, and courage. She is an inspiration to many young women who aspire to serve their country. In her interviews with the media, Rekha Singh motivated women to believe in their capabilities and never give up on their dreams.