Major General Sukriti Baveja, a highly regarded dermatologist, has assumed the role of Major General (Medical) at the Headquarters of Dakshin Bharat Area in Chennai. The formal appointment ceremony took place on February 13, 2025, marking a significant achievement in her extensive career with the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
Before her new assignment, Major General Baveja served as the Brigadier AFMS (Coord) in the Office of the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services. Her elevation to Major General reflects her outstanding service and specialized knowledge in dermatology, crucial to the military healthcare system.
During the ceremony, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, the Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services, offered her heartfelt congratulations to Major General Baveja. The event was accompanied by messages of goodwill from a variety of military and government officials, emphasizing the importance of her responsibilities in safeguarding the health and readiness of armed forces personnel in the area.
Major General Baveja’s promotion exemplifies the AFMS’s dedication to identifying and nurturing talent within its ranks, ensuring that skilled and experienced officers lead critical medical operations. Her leadership is poised to catalyze advancements in healthcare services tailored for military personnel across the Dakshin Bharat Area.
This transition in leadership arrives at a crucial moment, with an escalated focus on enhancing military healthcare infrastructure and services. Maintaining the health and operational readiness of the armed forces is vital for executing their duties effectively. Major General Sukriti Baveja’s tenure is anticipated to uphold and possibly enhance the standards of medical care, significantly contributing to the overall effectiveness of military operations in the region.