Women around the world have been achieving remarkable milestones, bringing pride to their nations. Year after year, bold, intelligent, determined, and fearless women rise to prominence, showing excellence across various domains. In India, 2024 was no exception, as the year witnessed trailblazing women breaking barriers, overcoming challenges, and paving the path for future generations. These inspiring individuals have left a lasting impact in numerous fields, making the country’s achievements shine even brighter.
As we bid farewell to the year, let’s celebrate some of the outstanding women achievers of 2024 who inspired and made us proud.
Famous Women Achievers Of 2024
Manu Bhaker
Manu Bhaker, a talented young shooter from Haryana's Jhajjar district, has been turning heads with her remarkable achievements from a young age. A natural sports enthusiast, Bhaker explored various disciplines like martial arts, tennis, boxing, and skating before discovering her true passion in shooting. This marked the beginning of her extraordinary journey in the sport.
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In a historic feat, Manu Bhaker became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting, joining the ranks of celebrated shooters such as Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Abhinav Bindra, Vijay Kumar, and Gagan Narang. As per the Olympics, on Sunday, July 29, 2024, she secured a bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol Final at the Paris Olympics, making the entire nation proud with her incredible performance.
Avani Lekhara
Avani Lekhara, from Jaipur, Rajasthan, embodies resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Following a road accident in 2012 that left her wheelchair-bound, her father became a pillar of support, encouraging her to turn to sports for both physical and mental healing. Despite her challenges, Avani chose archery. a discipline requiring immense precision, focus, and discipline and later transitioned to shooting, where she truly shone.
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At the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, Avani successfully defended her gold medal in the 10m Air Rifle Women's SH1 final, solidifying her status as one of India’s most celebrated Paralympians. Having first made history at the Tokyo Paralympics, she achieved the rare feat of clinching a second gold medal, as per NDTV Sports. Avani’s remarkable journey continues to inspire millions, making her one of the most iconic women achievers of the year.
Mohana Singh Jitarwal
Squadron Leader Mohana Singh has made history as the first woman fighter pilot to join the prestigious 18 ‘Flying Bullets’ squadron of the Indian Air Force, which operates the indigenously developed LCA Tejas fighter jets. A trailblazer in her field, Singh was one of the first women inducted into the fighter pilot programme nearly eight years ago. In September 2024, she achieved this groundbreaking milestone, as reported by NDTV, once again shattering gender barriers in the Indian Armed Forces.
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This historic moment coincided with a significant demonstration of India’s Make in India initiative, where Indian Air Force Vice Chief, Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh, flew solo in the LCA Tejas fighter variant, while the Vice Chiefs of the Army and Navy piloted the trainer variants with fighter pilots.
Nikita Porwal
Nikita Porwal, a talented young woman from Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, has been crowned Femina Miss India 2024. She was awarded the prestigious title by Nandini Gupta, Femina Miss India World 2023, with Neha Dhupia adorning her with the Miss India sash.
Her life motto, ‘Be a life that matters, a loss that's felt,’ reflects her deep commitment to making a meaningful impact. Nikita’s achievement has not only made her a symbol of beauty and grace but also a beacon of inspiration for young women across the nation.
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Indra Nooyi
Indra Nooyi, former Chairman and CEO of PepsiCo spearheaded a movement toward sustainable growth, focusing on more nutritious products, reducing the environmental footprint, and empowering employees and communities. Her remarkable achievements have earned her recognition from both the United States and Indian governments, and she has been inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame and the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. According to the Bush Center, Nooyi was awarded the 2024 George W Bush Medal for Distinguished Leadership, a well-deserved honour that makes us proud and continues to inspire others.
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As 2024 comes to a close, it is inspiring to reflect on the incredible achievements of women across various fields. From breaking barriers in sports to leading successful global companies and championing social causes, these women have not only made their countries proud but have also become powerful role models for future generations.
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