From Manipur to the SPG: The Power of Perseverance

[Jagan Mohan Reddy]

From Manipur to the SPG: The Power of Perseverance

Representation matters, but excellence commands respect.

Adaso Kapesa, a Mao Naga tribal woman from Manipur, has officially scripted history. She is India’s first woman officer to join the elite Special Protection Group (SPG)—the high-stakes force responsible for the Prime Minister’s security.

Her story is a masterclass in:

1. Resilience: Rising from a remote tribal background to the pinnacle of national security.

2. Dedication: Mastering the rigorous training required for the country’s most trusted security wing.

3. Progress: Proving that gender and geography are no longer barriers to serving in the frontlines of our nation's defence.

Adaso isn't just protecting a leader; she is protecting the dreams of countless young girls in Manipur and across India who were told certain doors were closed to them.

Let’s celebrate this historic first. 🇮🇳

Mera Bharath Mahaan

Dr A Jagan Mohan Reddy