Major General Yashpal Singh assumed the appointment of Deputy Commandant of the Army Hospital (Research & Referral) on 01 February 2026, marking an important addition to the leadership of one of the Armed Forces’ foremost tertiary care and referral medical institutions.
An alumnus of the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Major General Yashpal Singh is an Endocrinologist of national repute. He has built a distinguished professional profile marked by clinical excellence, academic contribution, and extensive experience in military healthcare delivery. Over the course of his career, he has earned wide respect for his expertise in endocrine disorders and his patient-centric approach to treatment.
With more than 35 years of illustrious service in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), the General Officer brings a wealth of experience encompassing advanced clinical practice, healthcare administration, and strategic medical leadership. Throughout his service, he has held a variety of key appointments that have contributed to strengthening medical preparedness, improving hospital management systems, and enhancing the quality of care provided to service personnel and veterans.
In his new role as Deputy Commandant, Major General Yashpal Singh is expected to play a pivotal role in supporting the Commandant in overseeing clinical governance, administrative efficiency, academic activities, and the continued evolution of patient care services at Army Hospital (R&R). His appointment is expected to further reinforce the hospital’s mandate of delivering world-class medical care, supporting cutting-edge research, and training military medical professionals in line with contemporary and future healthcare challenges.
The assumption of charge by Major General Yashpal Singh underscores the Indian Armed Forces’ continued emphasis on experienced leadership, professional excellence, and innovation in military medicine, ensuring that Army Hospital (Research & Referral) remains at the forefront of specialised medical care in both peace and operational environments.
