Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Major Abhilasha Barak on being conferred the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. In a social media post, the Prime Minister said that the honour is a recognition of Major Barak’s exemplary service and also of India’s longstanding contribution to United Nations peacekeeping efforts. Mr Modi said that Major Barak’s achievement is also an inspiration to countless young Indians, especially the nation’s daughters, who aspire to serve the nation and humanity. Major Barak is serving as an Engagement Team Commander and Gender Focal Point within the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).