Overview

• Zakia Wardak, Afghanistan's only female diplomat in India, resigned after being implicated in smuggling 25 kg of gold from Dubai.
• Wardak was not arrested due to her diplomatic immunity, despite the serious allegations against her.
• She expressed that the resignation was influenced by 'organized attacks' and defamation, impacting her ability to serve effectively.
• Wardak highlighted the broader issue of women's struggles within Afghan society and their representation in leadership roles.
• The incident underscores ongoing gender and political challenges in Afghanistan under Taliban rule, which restricts women's rights severely.