7 Incredible Indian Women Who Redefined History

By - Saurabh Shukla

The first and, to date, the only female Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi was a prominent political figure known for her strong leadership during tumultuous times in India's history.

Indira Gandhi

Inspiration to millions, she was the first woman of Indian origin in space. She served as a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Columbia in 1997 and tragically lost her life in the Columbia disaster in 2003.

Kalpana Chawla

Though born in Albania, Mother Teresa spent a significant portion of her life in India, where she dedicated herself to helping the poor, sick, and needy. Founded Missionaries of Charity and received the Nobel Peace Prize for her humanitarian work.

Mother Teresa

Known as "Magnificent Mary," Mary Kom is an Indian boxer who has made her mark in the world of sports. She is a six-time world champion and the only woman boxer to have won a medal in each one of the first seven World Championships.

Mary Kom

Nightingale of India was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement and a poetess of great acclaim. She was the first woman to become the President of the INC and the first woman to serve as a governor in independent India.

Sarojini Naidu

A trailblazer in Indian tennis, Sania Mirza is one of the most successful female tennis players in the country's history. She has numerous Grand Slam titles to her name and has consistently represented India at the highest level in international competitions.

Sania Mirza

Pioneer in women's cricket in India, captain of the Indian women's cricket team. She holds the record for the highest run-scorer in women's international cricket and has been a key figure in popularizing and advancing women's cricket in India.

Mithali Raj

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