Photo / SuppliedHawke's Bay's first Indian woman police officer hopes to inspire more women from diverse backgrounds to don the blue uniform. Ramandeep Kaur Sandhu was born and raised in northwestern Indian state of Punjab, before moving to Hawke's Bay in 2012. After working various jobs in orchards, hospitality and customer services, Sandhu was on the hunt for a job to fulfill her. Ramandeep Kaur Sandhu was born and raised in Punjab, India, before moving to Hawke's Bay in 2012. Eastern District Police commander superintendent Jeanette Park said the team is delighted to welcome the region's first Indian woman police officer.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 15, 2021 00:45 UTC