Chandigarh's Command Hospital Honoured with Prestigious Army Award
Command Hospital (Western Command) in Chandimandir, Chandigarh, has received a significant honour. The hospital earned the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Unit Certificate of Appreciation. This award was presented during the Army Day investiture ceremony held in Jaipur.
The ceremony recognised the hospital's exemplary professionalism. It also acknowledged its steadfast dedication and sustained excellence in military healthcare services.
Recent Achievements and Recognition
This award follows another notable achievement. The hospital secured second position in the Raksha Mantri Trophy evaluation. This evaluation assesses Armed Forces Hospitals for the 2024-25 period.
These honours reaffirm the hospital's commitment to the highest standards. It maintains strong clinical governance and demonstrates professional competence consistently.
A Premier Tertiary-Care Institution
Command Hospital (Western Command) serves as a premier tertiary-care institution for the armed forces. It provides comprehensive and responsive medical support. Its services extend to serving personnel, veterans, and their dependents.
The hospital operates in line with the Army's core ethos of selfless service. It ensures quality healthcare for the military community.
Leadership and Capability Enhancement
Under the leadership of Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, GOC-in-C, Western Command, the hospital has seen significant improvements. These enhancements focus on strengthening advanced patient care capabilities.
Several key milestones mark this progress. The hospital has operationalised a bone marrow transplant programme. It established a state-of-the-art haematology ward.
In August 2024, the Union health ministry recognised it as a Best Emerging National Organ Transplant and Retrieval Centre. The hospital also received accreditation as a kidney transplant centre.
Infrastructure Upgrades and Patient Amenities
Infrastructure upgrades have been a priority. The hospital now features a modern modular OT and ICU complex. A 20-bed oncology daycare centre provides chemotherapy services.
Patient amenities have improved significantly. An air-conditioned multi-brand food court opened in collaboration with Sanjivani Park. This addition enhances the overall patient and visitor experience.
These developments showcase the hospital's ongoing commitment to excellence. They reflect its dedication to serving military personnel and their families with top-tier healthcare.
