Quick Info
| Profession | Flight Lieutenant |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Village Kasni, District Jhajjar, Haryana, India |
Latest News about Akshita Dhankar
26/01/2026
Flight Lieutenant Akshita Dhankar unfurled the national flag alongside President Droupadi Murmu during the 77th Republic Day parade in New Delhi. The ceremony placed her in a prominent national role and highlighted the Indian Air Force's involvement in the parade. It also drew attention to the growing visibility of women officers in ceremonial duties and frontline representation.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, Delhi, India |
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| Qualification | Graduation |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Military veteran who participated in Republic Day parade |
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Career
| Summary | Akshita Dhankar joined the National Cadet Corps during her college years and rose to become a Cadet Sergeant Major. She later joined the Indian Air Force after clearing the Air Force Common Admission Test and the Air Force Selection Board. On 17/06/2023, she was commissioned as a Flying Officer in the Administration branch under the M AFCAT (W) 551 entry as part of the 211 Short Service Commission (Women) Ground Duty Course with service number 38704 ADM, and she was later promoted to Flight Lieutenant on merit. In 2026, she took part in the 77th Republic Day parade and unfurled the national flag alongside President Droupadi Murmu. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Akshita excelled in leadership during her time as a Cadet Sergeant Major in the National Cadet Corps. | |
| 2. Her journey into the Indian Air Force was inspired by her father’s military background. | |
| 3. Akshita participated in extensive preparations for the Republic Day parade, which underscored her dedication to the armed forces. | |
| 4. She expressed pride in being part of the ceremony, articulating the values of courage and determination that embody the armed forces. |