Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:07pm on 30 May 2024,Thursday India Global
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised Indian Army Major Radhika Sen as a "true leader and role model" while presenting her with the Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. Major Sen, serving in the Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), was honored for her exemplary service, particularly in engaging with conflict-affected communities. She expressed gratitude on behalf of her colleagues and emphasized the importance of gender-sensitive peacekeeping. Major Sen is the second Indian Peacekeeper to receive this honor, highlighting India's significant contribution to UN peacekeeping efforts, with nearly 2,000 Indian personnel serving in MONUSCO.
