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Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
‘Daughter, sister of the nation now': Colonel Sofiya Qureshi's family at PM Modi's Vadodara roadshow
The family of Indian Army Colonel Sofiya Qureshi were among the many that attended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's roadshow in Vadodara, Gujarat. Colonel Qureshi is one of the two female military officers who led the briefings of India's cross-border strikes under Operation Sindoor. Taj Mohammad and Halima Qureshi, Colonel Qureshi's parents, were among the crowd at the Vadodara roadshow. Speaking to news agency PTI, Mohammed praised his daughter, Colonel Qureshi and stated that she has now been elevated into the "daughter of the nation." "It felt great (roadshow of PM Modi). We are proud that PM Modi met us. Sofiya Qureshi is the daughter of the country, she only did her duty,' he said. Furthermore, her mother, Halima Qureshi praised Operation Sindoor for taking "revenge of our sisters' sindoor" Shyna Sunsara, Colonel Qureshi's twin sister was also at the roadshow. ". When your sister does something for the country, it inspires not only me but others as well. She is no longer just my sister but the country's sister as well," she was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. Hailing from Gujarat, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi has many laurels to her name. In 2016, she created history by becoming the first and only woman officer to lead the Indian army training contingent at the ASEAN Plus multinational regional training exercise. The third-generation Army officer currently commands an elite unit in the Corps of Signals. Colonel Qureshi became a household name in India due to her presence at the media briefing for Operation Sindoor, alongside IAF Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and foreign secretary Vikram Misri. Operation Sindoor was a tri-service military strike, targeting nine terror camps across 21 locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Saris of valour: Trader's tribute to women officers
Varanasi: Inspired by their remarkable contribution to against Pakistan, a Varanasi-based sari trader has designed special saris to honour the bravery of Col Sofiya Qureshi of the and wing commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Colonel Sophia, who addressed the media on May 7 following India's retaliatory strikes, is a highly decorated officer in the Indian Army's Corps of Signals. Born in Gujarat, she had earlier made history as the first woman officer to lead an Indian Army contingent at a multinational military drill 'Exercise Force 18' in Pune involving 18 ASEAN Plus nations. She was also the only female contingent commander in the event. Wing commander Singh, who co-led the media briefing on Operation Sindoor, is a distinguished helicopter pilot and a first-generation military officer. Their leadership in Operation Sindoor marks a turning point in military history, proving that gender is no barrier when it comes to defending the nation. With meticulous attention to detail, Shubham has captured the essence of their courageous efforts in the intricate designs. Shubham wishes to gift these unique saris to the officers as a token of appreciation for their exceptional service. The saris, crafted by traditional artisans, uniquely depict the essence of Operation Sindoor through intricate designs and motifs and are a tribute to the valour of the armed forces. Aircraft, camouflage patterns, and regimental insignias of the Army, Air Force, and Navy are woven into the fabric, symbolising the unity and determination displayed by the armed forces during the joint operation. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Each sari is a testament to the bravery and coordination of the military personnel involved. The trader's careful conceptualisation and the artisans' skilled craftsmanship have resulted in a distinctive and meaningful tribute to the operation's heroes. "I was greatly moved by Operation Sindoor launched to avenge Pahalgam terror attack. The way our armed forces contributed to the success of Operation Sindoor inspired me to do something meaningful," the trader said. "Yeh meri taraf se ek chhota sa sammaan hai (This is a small tribute from my side)" he said. The design team behind the saris spent weeks researching news footage, interviews and reports on Operation Sindoor to ensure the artwork's accuracy. They intricately wove scenes of ground maneuvers, airborne formations, and warships into the fabric, capturing the operation's essence. Each sari took five artisans a week to weave, with every detail meticulously crafted to reflect the operation's significance. Through this gesture, the trader aims to honour the bravery of Operation Sindoor's heroes and inspire future generations to take pride in India's uniformed heroes. Asked about the price of the sari, Shubham said that the collection is not meant for sale. It is only aimed at saluting the valour of Operation Sindoor, he added. Shubham's 50-year-old shop in Varanasi's Chowk area is renowned for its exquisite Banarasi collection. His latest creations feature intricate designs that pay tribute to India's military prowess. "You'll see the S-400 missile, likened to India's Sudarshan Chakra, the BrahMos missile that keeps Pakistan on edge, INS Vikrant of the Indian Navy, and the Indian Army," he explained. "We've tried to showcase the entire armed forces involved in Operation Sindoor... Inspired by the operation and the Prime Minister's leadership, Shubham aims to gift these sarees to soldiers to boost their morale, driven by a desire to contribute to the nation," he said.
Economic Times
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Warning: Fake accounts of Operation Sindoor heroes Vyomika Singh and Sofiya Qureshi going viral; PIB urges vigilance
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Press Information Bureau PIB ) recently exposed fake X accounts impersonating Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi . The fake accounts , which had gained significant traction, were even verified with a blue tick, making them appear PIB clarified that neither Wing Commander Vyomika Singh nor Colonel Sofiya Qureshi have official X handles. The fact-check unit issued a strong advisory urging the public to stay vigilant and rely only on official sources for accurate fake accounts had attracted attention, with Wing Commander Singh's account amassing 28.4k followers and Colonel Qureshi's over 68k, reflecting the heightened public interest in the armed forces since India's launch of Operation Sindoor on May Sofiya Qureshi, a distinguished officer from the Indian Army's Corps of Signals, made history as the first woman to lead an Indian Army training contingent at Force 18, a multinational field exercise with ASEAN Plus countries. On the other hand, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, a skilled helicopter pilot, co-led the media briefing on Operation Sindoor. Singh is also known for being a first-generation military response to the fake accounts, the PIB urged people to be cautious and only trust official sources for authentic updates.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Warning: Fake accounts of Operation Sindoor heroes Vyomika Singh and Sofiya Qureshi going viral; PIB urges vigilance
The Press Information Bureau ( PIB ) recently exposed fake X accounts impersonating Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi . The fake accounts , which had gained significant traction, were even verified with a blue tick, making them appear official. #Operation Sindoor India responds to Pak's ceasefire violation; All that happened India-Pakistan ceasefire reactions: Who said what Punjab's hopes for normalcy dimmed by fresh violations The PIB clarified that neither Wing Commander Vyomika Singh nor Colonel Sofiya Qureshi have official X handles. The fact-check unit issued a strong advisory urging the public to stay vigilant and rely only on official sources for accurate information. — PIB_India (@PIB_India) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Top 10 Most Beautiful Women In The World OMGIFacts Undo The fake accounts had attracted attention, with Wing Commander Singh's account amassing 28.4k followers and Colonel Qureshi's over 68k, reflecting the heightened public interest in the armed forces since India's launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7. Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a distinguished officer from the Indian Army's Corps of Signals, made history as the first woman to lead an Indian Army training contingent at Force 18, a multinational field exercise with ASEAN Plus countries. On the other hand, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, a skilled helicopter pilot, co-led the media briefing on Operation Sindoor. Singh is also known for being a first-generation military officer. Live Events In response to the fake accounts, the PIB urged people to be cautious and only trust official sources for authentic updates.
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Operation Parakram, UN Peacekeeper and now Op Sindoor: 5 facts on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
Among the key takeaways from the daily press briefings of Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on developments linked to India-Pakistan tensions is the appearance of Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who is accompanied by another woman officer - Wing Commander Vyomika Singh - and foreign secretary Vikram Misri to brief the country on the latest and debunk misinformation. At a press briefing on Saturday, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi revealed to the media that Pakistan have weaponished civil aircraft and have been misusing international air routes amid escalating Indo-Pak tensions. Sofiya Qureshi is one of the two woman officers, who have been briefing the media after India's successful execution of Operation Sindoor. An Indian Army press statement said she had the 'rare distinction of becoming the first woman officer to lead an Indian Army training contingent in such a large multinational exercise. The officer also happens to be the only Woman Officer Contingent Commander amongst all other ASEAN Plus contingents present for the exercise.'
