Lt Gen Sadhna S Nair, AVSM, VSM, Director General Medical Services (Army) and Senior Colonel Commandant, visited Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore (CHAFB) today, marking another significant engagement in her tenure as the first woman to hold this prestigious position. The visit highlighted the Indian Armed Forces’ commitment to enhancing healthcare services for serving personnel, veterans, and their dependents.
During her visit, Lt Gen Nair was briefed on the upcoming Modern Multistory Hospital Complex, a significant infrastructure project aimed at bolstering the hospital’s capacity to deliver advanced medical care.
She also witnessed the Emergency Medical Response System (EMRS) in action, a system inaugurated by Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari on May 22, 2024, to provide expert guidance and definitive care during medical emergencies for Indian Air Force personnel and their families across the nation.
Lt Gen Nair interacted with officers at CHAFB and lauded the comprehensive healthcare ecosystem being provided at the facility. She praised the hospital’s efforts in ensuring high-quality medical services and its readiness to cater to the needs of the armed forces community.
The General Officer’s visit underscored the importance of inter-service collaboration in strengthening the medical support framework for the military.
The Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore continues to play a pivotal role in delivering healthcare services, and with initiatives like the EMRS and the upcoming hospital complex, it is poised to set new benchmarks in medical care for the armed forces.
Lt Gen Nair’s visit not only boosted the morale of the medical teams but also reaffirmed the leadership’s focus on operational readiness and innovation in combat medical care.
