Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), visited the Konark Healers on November 23, 2024, as part of her ongoing engagements to assess and enhance medical readiness across the Armed Forces.
During her visit, the Flag Officer interacted with the troops and reviewed the operational medical plan of the unit in a wartime scenario. She appreciated the unit’s high standards of operational preparedness and encouraged them to continue delivering optimal combat medical support within their Area of Responsibility (AOR). Her interaction highlighted the critical role of medical teams in sustaining combat readiness and supporting troops in operational environments.
In addition to her visit to the Konark Healers, Surg Vice Adm Sarin inspected medical establishments in Jodhpur, commending their relentless efforts in providing quality healthcare to Armed Forces personnel and their families. She also inaugurated a state-of-the-art MRI Centre at the Military Hospital in Jodhpur, marking a significant upgrade to the hospital’s diagnostic capabilities.
The Flag Officer’s visit also included a discussion with the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Konark Corps, where they deliberated on enhancing medical infrastructure and ensuring seamless coordination in operational and peacetime scenarios.
The DGAFMS’s visit underlines the Armed Forces’ commitment to strengthening medical infrastructure and readiness, ensuring that personnel receive world-class healthcare both during operations and in garrison.
