UN Lauds Gender Balance In Indian Peacekeeping Troops

United Nations: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has praised India for having the highest proportion of women in its contingents to peacekeeping operations and held up its contributions as an example of commitment to UN values. “India has the largest percentage of women, especially in the police force - 22 per cent are women - which is absolutely remarkable, an extraordinary contribution”, he said at India’s reception for International Peacekeepers Day on Friday. (IANS)

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