Parents’ pride as Bengaluru Army officer wins UN Secretary-General’s Award | WATCH

Major Swathi Shantha Kumar, an Indian Army officer from Bengaluru currently serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, has been honoured with the UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025 for her outstanding contribution to gender-inclusive peacekeeping.

Beaming with pride, her parents describe Swathi as an all-rounder from a young age, recalling her discipline, determination and unwavering commitment to service. They speak of the challenges she faced along the way and the perseverance that ultimately led to this international recognition.