Exercise focuses on coordinated emergency response, triage efficiency and life-saving interventions
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh), Nov 14 : In a coordinated effort to reinforce emergency medical readiness, the Indian Army Medical Services conducted a validation exercise on mass casualty management at the Civil Zonal General Hospital on 13 November 2025.
The initiative aimed to evaluate the efficiency of joint response mechanisms during large-scale medical emergencies and to enhance interoperability between civil and military healthcare systems.
Civil medical teams participated actively in the exercise, enabling seamless integration of resources and procedures.
The drill covered key components of crisis response, including structured triage, rapid assessment, casualty evacuation and emergency treatment protocols. Officials said the exercise reflected the level of preparedness required during operational contingencies and disaster situations.
As part of the validation, Army medics conducted a demonstration on the use of a defibrillator to familiarise both military and civilian personnel with cardiac resuscitation techniques.
The session underscored the significance of early intervention and technical proficiency in improving survival outcomes during cardiac arrests.
The joint exercise offered valuable insights into resource optimisation and the need for continuous training to maintain high standards of readiness.
It also reaffirmed the Indian Army Medical Services’ commitment to strengthening public health collaboration and ensuring effective disaster response alongside civil authorities.
The event concluded with mutual appreciation and a shared resolve to enhance coordinated, compassionate and timely medical care during emergencies.
