Air Marshal MS Sridhar, Deputy Chief (Med), HQ Integrated Defence Staff (IDS), conducted a comprehensive review of 159 General Hospital and 307 Field Hospital to assess their operational readiness and medical response capabilities in challenging environments.
During the visit, the DCIDS (Med) closely examined:
- Disaster Management Preparedness at 159 General Hospital, ensuring its readiness to handle mass casualties and medical emergencies.
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Preparedness of the Quick Reaction Medical Team (QRMT) from 4011 Field Hospital, evaluating response protocols for specialized emergency scenarios.
- Penthouse ADS (Advanced Dressing Station) from 307 Field Hospital, assessing its capability to provide rapid medical support in forward operational areas.
These evaluations are critical for maintaining high standards of medical readiness, ensuring that armed forces medical teams are fully equipped to respond swiftly and effectively in combat, disaster relief, and CBRN contingencies.
The visit reaffirmed the Indian Armed Forces’ commitment to strengthening battlefield and crisis medical response, ensuring uninterrupted and advanced healthcare support for personnel operating in high-risk environments.
