Multiple choice Who was the first Indian woman to swim across the English Channel? Anita Sood P. T. Usha Bachendri Pal Aarti Saha Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Aarti Saha became the first Indian woman to swim across the English Channel in 1959, completing the journey from England to France in 16 hours and 20 minutes. She was awarded the Padma Shri for this achievement.