Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Indian Army’s Southern Command, visited the Military Hospital Khadki today, where he was briefed by Brig Jyoti Joshi, the Commandant, on the hospital’s advanced healthcare services, including the specialized Spinal Cord Injury Centre. The visit underscores the Indian Army’s commitment to ensuring top-tier medical care for its personnel and veterans.
During his visit, Lt Gen Seth took the opportunity to interact with veterans at the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) polyclinic, where he acknowledged their sacrifices and reaffirmed the Army’s continued support towards them. This interaction highlights the Southern Command’s dedication to providing compassionate service and quality healthcare to those who have served the nation.
Lt Gen Seth’s visit comes at a time when the Indian Army is undergoing significant changes in its promotion policies, focusing more on merit-based selections for higher ranks, as evidenced by his own career progression. This shift aims to ensure that the most capable and experienced officers lead the Army, balancing tradition with modern operational efficiency.
The Military Hospital Khadki, with its state-of-the-art facilities, plays a crucial role in this vision by providing advanced medical services, particularly through its Spinal Cord Injury Centre, which is vital for the rehabilitation of injured soldiers. The visit not only served to inspect these facilities but also to laud the hospital’s staff for their commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.
This visit by Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth reaffirms the Indian Army Southern Command’s ongoing dedication to the health and welfare of its active personnel and veterans, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care and support.
