Being a part of the Indian Forest Service can be challenging since it involves fieldwork along with a desk job. Only the most dedicated of us can do justice to this job, and that includes women.
This Indian Forest Officer has shared an important Twitter thread aiming to encourageall women sceptical about getting into this field.
Swetha Boddu who serves in the Maharashtra Cadre posted a thread which compiles all the IFS training regimen she had to go through.??
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1. It starts with horse riding, which aims to help 'improvecoordination, confidence and the physical posture of an officer.
2. Then come?NSAS Rifle shooting which Improves concentration and stamina foran officer.
3. Next up is river rafting so you're prepared for risks and adventure.
4. And one can't forget?swimming because it¡¯s a basic survival skill!
5. That's followed by?scuba diving so you can explore the wonders of nature underwater.
?6.?Paragliding, on the other hand, help you let go of your fears.
7. And trekking helps build strength.
Then goes on to conclude with: ¡®There are countlessother treks, field visits, PT exercises, inter-service competitions to mouldall-round #personality of the Officer Trainee (OT) For #women aspirants, lifeneeds purpose & empowerment needs confidence. IFS gives you both!¡¯
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For those who are considering this a future career, youhave all your doubts cleared!