Surgeon Vice Admiral Vivek Hande, Director General (Organisation & Personnel), Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), visited 4012 Field Hospital, Jodhpur on 20 March 2026 to assess its operational preparedness.

Comprehensive Demonstration of Capabilities
During the visit, the Flag Officer was given a detailed demonstration of the hospital’s combat medical capabilities, including resuscitation bays, mobile surgical setups and evacuation platforms, showcasing its ability to operate in diverse and challenging environments.

High Standards of Training and Coordination
The review highlighted the unit’s high standards of training, seamless coordination and operational efficiency, essential for delivering timely medical support during operations.

Commendation for Readiness and Spirit
Impressed by the professionalism and enthusiasm (“josh”) of all ranks, Surg VAdm Vivek Hande commended the unit for its unwavering readiness to provide combat medical support in any operational scenario.
The visit reaffirmed AFMS’s commitment to maintaining highly capable, agile and mission-ready medical units to support frontline operations.
