Mhow, October 18, 2026: Lieutenant General Balakrishnan Jayan, Director General Dental Services (DGDS) and Colonel Commandant of the Army Dental Corps, inaugurated the state-of-the-art Military Dental Centre (MDC) in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant step towards strengthening dental healthcare facilities for military personnel.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by the Commanding Officer of Military Dental Centre Mhow, along with veterans and other personnel.
The newly inaugurated facility is equipped with modern surgical units, advanced imaging systems and laboratory infrastructure designed to support contemporary dental treatment and diagnostic services.
The upgraded infrastructure is expected to enhance the centre’s capacity to provide comprehensive dental healthcare, including specialised procedures, advanced diagnostics and modern treatment options for eligible military personnel and beneficiaries.
The establishment of the facility reflects the continued commitment of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) to improving healthcare infrastructure and delivering quality medical and dental services to the armed forces community.
During his visit to Mhow, Lt Gen Balakrishnan Jayan also interacted with Lieutenant General Vijay B Nair, Commandant of the Infantry School, Mhow.
The interaction highlighted the importance of coordination between military medical establishments and training institutions in supporting the health and operational readiness of armed forces personnel.
The inauguration of the modern Military Dental Centre reinforces the Indian Armed Forces’ focus on upgrading healthcare facilities, adopting advanced medical technologies and ensuring accessible, high-quality dental care for serving personnel, veterans and their eligible dependents.
