Army Officer in Bengaluru

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About Major Geeta Adhikari (Retd)

Major Geeta Adhikari (Retd), from Bangalore, is an inspiring Army veteran, author, mindset coach, and corporate leader. She served 11 years in the Indian Army with honour and courage, retiring as a Major in 2021. She later transitioned into the corporate world and is now an Associate Director in Supply Chain Management. A graduate of St. Joseph’s College of Commerce and an alumnus of IIM Indore, she is also the author of Faith, Hope and Love, a book based on her Army experiences. Beyond her profession, she is passionate about music, writing, photography, philanthropy, and women empowerment.

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Bengaluru, Karnataka

Honours

Titles & Achievements

Retired as Major after 11 years of honourable service in the Indian Army.
Played a key role in 2014 Srinagar flood relief operations.
Awarded the “Significant Achievement Award” by St. Joseph’s College of Commerce.
Published her first book, Faith, Hope and Love (2022).
Won the “Popular Choice Award” (2023) for her book.
Currently Associate Director, Supply Chain Management in Bangalore.
Recognized motivational speaker, mindset coach, and philanthropist.
Conducted 3 successful photography exhibitions, donating proceeds to charity.
Sponsor of children’s education for 13+ years.
Honoured with Forever Star India Award in the Army category, Bengaluru.

Biography

The Story

Introduction

Resilience, leadership, and adaptability are qualities that Major Geeta Adhikari (Retd) exemplifies. She was disciplined and adaptable from an early age, having grown up in a variety of Army stations. She attended St. Mary's Convent in Nainital and Army Public School in Bangalore, where she excelled academically and athletically, playing cricket, basketball, and volleyball for her school. She received her commerce degree from St. Joseph's College of Commerce in Bangalore, whe…

Basic Details

With 14 years of work experience, including 11 years in the Army, Major Geeta has dealt with a variety of issues, such as disaster relief, people leadership, and combat zones. She uses the discipline and decision-making abilities she acquired during her Army training in her corporate career. She has three years of experience overseeing extensive supply chain operations in her current position, leading empowerment programs, and mentoring teams. She has a distinct advantage in …

Journey

From a young Army child to a successful officer, author, and now corporate leader, her journey has been a remarkable evolution. Her boarding school upbringing strengthened her resilience, athletics honed her spirit of competition, and college fostered her leadership skills. She became a fearless officer who led from the front thanks to the Army. Retirement was a fresh start rather than the end; she went on to become a coach, philanthropist, corporate professional, and author.…

Success Story

The hallmark of Major Geeta's success is her capacity to seize chances and embrace obstacles. Her Army career exemplifies bravery and selflessness, from spearheading rescue operations during natural disasters to shattering stereotypes as a female officer in challenging environments. She adapted her leadership abilities to create successful business and mentoring careers with ease as she moved from uniform to corporate life. Her ability to motivate others through words is furt…

Hobbies & Passion

Indian Army (2010–2021): Served 11 years, retired as Major. Specialized in leading field operations, disaster relief, and team management.
Corporate Career (2021–Present): Associate Director, Supply Chain Management in Bangalore. Active member of Women Empowerment Committee, contributing to diversity and leadership initiatives.
Author: Published Faith, Hope and Love (2022). Recognized with “Popular Choice Award” (2023).
Education: Graduate in Commerce (St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore), Diploma in Business Management (IIM Indore).

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