In a remarkable act of selfless service, Major Rohit Bachwala of the Indian Army Medical Corps was commended by Chief of the Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, for going beyond the call of duty during a critical emergency at Jhansi Railway Station.
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On July 5, 2025, while proceeding on leave from Military Hospital Jhansi to his hometown Hyderabad, Major Rohit noticed a woman in visible distress near the lift area of the railway station. She had fallen from her wheelchair and was in advanced labour. Without hesitation, and with no clinical setup available, he stepped in to assist.
Using limited and improvised resources — a towel, a knife, and hair clips — Major Rohit conducted an emergency delivery on the platform itself. The situation became more critical when the newborn was found to be unresponsive at birth. Acting swiftly, he resuscitated the infant and proceeded to manage post-delivery complications faced by the mother, including issues related to placental delivery.
Despite the non-clinical environment and lack of equipment, Major Rohit was able to stabilize both the mother and the child before they were transferred to a government medical facility for further treatment.
His timely intervention, medical skill, and calmness under pressure drew praise from the highest levels of the Indian Army. The Army Chief personally commended Major Rohit, calling his actions a shining example of the values and dedication upheld by the Armed Forces.
