Captain Zoya Agarwal, founder of Udaan Pari, epitomizes female empowerment and the pursuit of ambitious dreams. As a trailblazer in aviation, she broke many glass ceilings by being the youngest woman to command a Boeing 777 and leading an all-women crew on one of the world’s longest commercial flight over the North Pole during the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Drawing from her own journey of overcoming barriers as a woman of color, Captain Agarwal is passionate about empowering young girls of color in aviation. Coming from a background where dreams were her only resource, she understands the challenges faced by young women with big aspirations but limited resources.

Beyond her aviation feats, Captain Agarwal serves as a mentor, leveraging her experience to guide young girls who aspire to fly. She recognizes the importance of representation, inclusivity and diversity in aviation and champions the cause of generational equity. Her commitment to education and empowerment aligns with her role as an ally for young girls pursuing STEM and aviation education.

While breaking records in the aviation industry, Captain Agarwal also secured a full scholarship for her MBA at prestigious Ivy League Columbia University, exemplifying her dedication to education. Proudly known as a beacon of empowerment, she represents the aspirations of young girls of color globally. Captain Zoya Agarwal’s journey stands as a testament to the transformative power of dreams, resilience, and breaking barriers for a more inclusive future and she continues to fly the flight path of her commitment of giving back to the community and changing the world through education and training.