New Delhi, Twenty-nine nursing cadets from Batch IX of the College of Nursing at Army Hospital (Research & Referral), Delhi Cantonment, were commissioned as Lieutenants in the Military Nursing Service (MNS) on October 14, 2026.
Commissioning ceremony was held at Army Hospital (R&R), where Lieutenant General Avinash Das, Commandant of the hospital, reviewed the parade and congratulated the newly commissioned officers on completing their training.
29 Nursing Cadets Join Military Nursing Service
During his address, Lt Gen Das congratulated the cadets who received recognition for their academic achievements and outstanding performance. He encouraged the newly commissioned nursing officers to serve military personnel and their families with dedication, compassion and professionalism.
He also urged them to uphold the values, culture, ethos and traditions of the Military Nursing Service while carrying out their responsibilities.
The ceremony marked an important milestone for the 29 nursing cadets as they began their professional careers as commissioned officers in the armed forces’ nursing service.
Four Years of Training and Academic Preparation
The newly commissioned officers successfully completed four years of rigorous training and intensive academic instruction at the College of Nursing, Army Hospital (R&R).
Following the conferment of their ranks, the officers took a solemn oath to maintain the highest standards of professional conduct and uphold the principle of “Service Before Self” while discharging their duties.
Their training prepared them for nursing responsibilities that require clinical knowledge, discipline, compassion and the ability to provide care in demanding military healthcare settings.
Military Nursing Service Completes 101 Years of Service
Addressing the gathering, Lt Gen Das also acknowledged the Military Nursing Service for its 101 years of dedicated, compassionate and selfless service to the nation.
MNS plays an important role in providing healthcare support to serving military personnel and their families. Its nursing officers contribute to patient care and medical services across military healthcare establishments.
Commissioning ceremony was attended by senior military officers, nursing officers, faculty members, and the parents and relatives of the newly commissioned Lieutenants.
The induction of the 29 officers adds to the Military Nursing Service’s professional workforce and marks the beginning of their service in military healthcare.
Source: (PIB)
