Troops trained by Military Hospital Roorkee in battlefield medical response from October 12 to November 8, 2026, as part of a Battlefield Nursing Assistant (BFNA) Cadre Course aimed at improving combat medical preparedness.
Training for battlefield emergencies
The programme covered medical emergencies that troops may face during combat operations and deployments in adverse climatic conditions. It placed particular emphasis on life-saving and limb-saving procedures intended to improve the chances of survival for injured personnel in challenging operational environments.
Sessions addressed battlefield medical emergencies, casualty management and first-response techniques. The course was designed to help troops provide timely assistance before casualties are evacuated to advanced medical facilities.
Practical exercises and response skills
Interactive sessions and demonstrations complemented the instruction. Soldiers practised emergency procedures on medical manikins in simulated battlefield situations.
The practical approach was intended to build confidence, strengthen emergency response capabilities and reinforce the importance of prompt medical intervention in combat situations.
The initiative reflects the Indian Army’s emphasis on combat medical readiness and preparing soldiers to respond to injuries and emergencies in operational areas, including difficult terrain and extreme weather conditions.
The course also highlighted the principle, “The more we train in peace, the less we bleed in war,” underscoring the role of realistic training in reducing battlefield casualties and saving lives during military operations.
