Lt Gen Sadhna S Nair, AVSM, VSM, the Director General Medical Services (Army) and Senior Colonel Commandant, recently visited the Military Hospital in Masimpur and the Assam Rifles Nodal Hospital in Srikona, Assam, from February 16 to 17, 2025. This visit falls within the Eastern Sector, a critical area for the Indian Army.
During her time at the hospitals, Lt Gen Nair undertook a thorough review of the medical facilities that are essential for delivering healthcare services to troops and their families stationed in this region. Her engagement with patients provided her with valuable insights into their treatment experiences and overall well-being, highlighting the importance of patient-centered care.
One of the significant aspects of her visit included inspecting several key medical assets that contribute to operational preparedness at the hospitals. Among these were:
– A newly renovated Modular Operation Theatre, which boasts advanced technology capable of managing complex surgical procedures.
– Enhanced Radiology Facilities, now equipped with state-of-the-art imaging equipment aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy.
– A Skill Lab designed specifically to train medical personnel in advanced life-saving techniques, ensuring that the medical staff are well-prepared for various emergencies.
– An Oxygen Generation Plant, a vital resource that guarantees the hospitals’ self-reliance in providing medical oxygen during critical situations.
Lt Gen Nair praised the hospital staff for their exceptional dedication and professionalism. She acknowledged their tireless efforts in delivering exemplary healthcare services to soldiers and their families, encouraging them to sustain their commitment with the same enthusiasm and motivation. She emphasized the integral role that military medical facilities play in bolstering the operational readiness of troops.
This visit reinforces the Indian Army Medical Corps’ determination to enhance healthcare infrastructure and ensure that medical personnel are fully equipped to provide high-quality care under all circumstances.
The focus on improving medical infrastructure in the strategically significant Eastern sector is evident in the upgrades being made at Military Hospital Masimpur and Assam Rifles Nodal Hospital, Srikona, which are anticipated to significantly enhance medical preparedness and patient care capabilities.
These advancements are expected to further support the welfare of troops and their families in the region.
