39 women Army officers get Permanent Commission after legal battle

A big win for women Army officers fighting for equality. 39 women officers have got Permanent Commission in Army after winning a legal battle in the Supreme Court.

A total of 71 women Short Service Commission officers, who were denied Permanent Commission, had gone to the Supreme Court seeking Permanent Commission.

The centre told the court that of the 71 officers, 39 were found eligible for Permanent Commission, seven were medically unfit and 25 had “issues of discipline”.

The court ordered the government to ensure their new service status is granted within seven working days.

A Permanent Commission means a career in the army till retirement, while Short Service Commission is for 10 years, with the option of either leaving or opting for Permanent Commission at the end of 10 years. If an officer doesn’t get Permanent Commission then, the officer can choose a four-year extension.