Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), visited forward medical sub-units around Akhnoor under the White Knight Corps on November 14, 2026, to review operational medical preparedness and healthcare capabilities in the area.
During the visit, the DGAFMS reviewed the medical infrastructure and preparedness of the forward medical establishments, focusing on their ability to deliver healthcare in challenging operational environments. The visit provided an opportunity to assess the standards of combat medical readiness and the capabilities available to support personnel deployed in the White Knight Corps area of responsibility.
Air Marshal Thareja commended the high standards of combat medical readiness maintained by the medical units. He also appreciated their innovative infrastructure, professionalism and dedication in delivering quality healthcare under demanding operational conditions.
The DGAFMS acknowledged the contribution of medical personnel who continue to provide essential healthcare support in challenging environments. Their commitment and professional standards remain central to sustaining medical preparedness and ensuring effective healthcare delivery in forward areas.
In recognition of its outstanding contribution to combat medical care in the White Knight Corps area of responsibility, 170 Military Hospital (170 MH) was presented with a Unit Appreciation. The recognition acknowledged the unit’s role in supporting combat medical care and its contribution to the healthcare capabilities of the formation.
The visit underscored the importance of maintaining high standards of medical preparedness, infrastructure and professional commitment across forward medical establishments. It also highlighted the contribution of Armed Forces medical personnel in delivering quality healthcare while operating in demanding operational environments.
