About India's 1st Woman UAV Observer Pilot | Episode 49 ft.@major_prajakta_desai| Inspiring Heights

Welcome to The Inspiring Heights Podcast, a RareReach original podcast series, where we spotlight inspiring women from the petite community! In Episode 49, Anu, founder of RareReach, sits down with Major Prajakta Desai to talk about courage, leadership, breaking barriers, and building a path where few women have gone before. Major Prajakta Desai is a decorated Indian Army veteran and the first woman officer to qualify as a UAV Observer Pilot. Her journey is a powerful story of resilience, determination, and challenging conventional expectations while serving the nation. What Anu and Major Prajakta spoke about: • Her journey into the Indian Army • Becoming the first woman UAV Observer Pilot • Breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated spaces • Leadership, discipline, and resilience • Overcoming challenges and self-doubt • Lessons from serving in uniform • Creating impact and inspiring the next generation of women This conversation is packed with value for anyone looking to challenge limits, pursue ambitious goals, and build confidence through action and purpose. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering episodes from RareReach JOIN US TODAY: 📍Shop from our collection for petite women: https://www.rarereach.com/ 📍🛒 Shop RareReach on Myntra: https://www.myntra.com/rarereach?rawQ... 📍🎟️ See upcoming fun events / meet-ups: https://www.linkbout.com/collab-rarer... 📍Instagram:   / rare.reach   📍Add your petite fashion wishlist: https://www.rarereach.com/pages/make-... 📍🎙️ Watch the RareReach Podcast Playlist:    • Inspiring Heights Podcast   📍Threads: https://www.threads.net/@rare.reach 📍LinkedIn:   / rarereach   📍Facebook:   / 1aqrnewt3i   📍💬 Join RR Fam (Women-only WhatsApp Community): https://chat.whatsapp.com/HZY95LUeNMY... 📍YouTube: You’re already here - don’t forget to Subscribe 🔔 🎁 Use code RRYT10 for 10% off on your next purchase at rarereach.com ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Start 00:12 - Introduction to Prajakta 01:42 - As a 5ft Petite woman, how did Prajakta come through her challenges in the Indian army 4:55 - As a short girl, how does Prajakta navigate through societal opinions 09:55 - What was the turning point during Prajakta's army service 12:52 - After a decade in Indian army, how did Prajakta transition to public speaking 15:48 - What was Prajakta's favourite failure and lesson in life 22:25 - What was the challenge of becoming the first woman UAV observer pilot in the Indian army 26:30 - Tips for maintaining a physical presence as a Petite girl 34:00 - Audience questions 34:06 - Q: How does Prajakta's mom feel about her achievements 34:58 - Q: Is there a height and bodytype stereotype that is seen in the Indian Army? 36:13 - Q: How to stay consistent during prep for Army examinations 37:06 - Rapid fire round 37:11 - Q: What does Indian army truly demand 37:45 - Q: Physical fitness or Mental toughness? 38:19 - Q: What is Prajakta's everyday Mantra 39:12 - What is one message Prajakta would give her younger self 42:25 - Outro, thank you for watching! (RareReach, Inspiring Heights, Major Prajakta Desai, Indian Army, women in the Indian Army, UAV Observer Pilot, women leaders, women in defence, breaking barriers, military leadership, women empowerment, resilience, courage, leadership journey, inspiring women, women who inspire, women in uniform, Indian Armed Forces, female officer, trailblazer) #RareReach #InspiringHeights #WomenInLeadership #IndianArmy #WomenInDefence #BreakingBarriers #WomenWhoInspire #WomenEmpowerment #Leadership #Trailblazer