Major General Alok Bhalla Takes Over as Commandant of Command Hospital Central Command in Lucknow
Major General Alok Bhalla, VSM, a renowned gastrointestinal surgeon with an impressive career spanning over three decades in the Indian Army Medical Corps, has assumed the role of Commandant at the Command Hospital Central Command, located in Lucknow.
The Command Hospital is a leading healthcare facility of the Armed Forces, offering state-of-the-art medical services to active duty members, veterans, and their families with its 600-bed capacity. At the official handover ceremony, Major General Bhalla encouraged all personnel to maintain the hospital's esteemed traditions of healing, compassion, and professional excellence.
With a record of performing over 5,000 complex surgeries, Major General Bhalla brings substantial experience, having served in high-pressure environments such as Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast. His leadership is anticipated to enhance the hospital's capability to provide top-tier healthcare to the armed forces community.
The Command Hospital functions under the Directorate General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), which coordinates medical services across the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Initiated in 1948, this tri-service system has been integral in maintaining operational readiness and delivering quality medical care to military personnel.
The event marking this leadership transition was attended by senior officers, medical professionals, and other dignitaries, highlighting the importance of this change. Major General Bhalla's appointment is expected to continue the hospital's tradition of service with an emphasis on innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence.
