UN Chief Ban Ki-moon has hailed India’s women peacekeeping unit in Liberia as an inspiration for all, as the first-ever all-female police unit deployed ended its operations after nine years.
The Secretary General’s spokesman said in a statement, through their unwavering performance, professionalism and discipline, including during the Ebola epidemic, these brave women gained the respect of both the Government and the Liberian people.
The 125 women and supporting personnel will return to India this weekend.
The Secretary-General also paid tribute to the outstanding contribution of the Indian government in support of the United Nations’ peace operations.