In a landmark appointment for military healthcare in India, Major General Lisamma PV has assumed the post of Additional Director General of the Military Nursing Service (MNS). The ceremonial takeover took place in New Delhi, marking a new chapter for the organization under her leadership.
Originally from Kollam, Kerala, Maj Gen Lisamma brings nearly four decades of experience to her new role. Commissioned into the MNS in 1986 after completing her nursing training at the Military Hospital in Jalandhar, she has since served with distinction in a series of pivotal roles. These include her tenure as Principal of the College of Nursing at CHAF Bangalore and as Principal Matron of the prestigious Army Hospital (Research & Referral) in Delhi.
Her professional journey is underpinned by a strong academic foundation. Maj Gen Lisamma holds degrees in Arts, Law, and Hospital Administration, embodying the Military Nursing Service’s ethos of academic rigor and multidimensional leadership. Her combined experience in clinical practice, nursing education, and administrative excellence positions her well to lead the MNS at a time of growing complexity in military healthcare.
The MNS, a critical wing under the Ministry of Defence, ensures quality healthcare delivery to Indian Armed Forces personnel and their families. In her new role, Maj Gen Lisamma will be responsible for shaping strategic policies, enhancing operational readiness, and upholding the service’s core values.
Congratulating her on the appointment, the Ministry of Defence praised her distinguished service record and leadership qualities, expressing confidence in her ability to further elevate the standards of military nursing. Her tenure is expected to reinforce the MNS’s enduring commitment to its motto: “Service with Smile.”
