40 Nursing Cadets Commissioned into Military Nursing Service at Bengaluru

Air Vice Marshal Naresh Saidha reviews parade as new officers pledge service to nation.

Forty nursing cadets from the College of Nursing Command Hospital Air Force Bangalore were commissioned into the Military Nursing Service on May 8, 2026, during a ceremonial Passing Out Parade held at the Medical Training Centre in Bengaluru.

Air Vice Marshal Naresh Saidha, Commandant of Command Hospital Air Force (CHAF), Bengaluru, reviewed the parade and congratulated the newly commissioned officers. He also extended his appreciation to their families for their support and encouragement.

During the ceremony, the cadets took a solemn oath, pledging to serve the nation with dedication in both war and peace. The Reviewing Officer urged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and discipline expected of the Military Nursing Service.

Outstanding cadets were honoured with awards for academic excellence, recognising their hard work and commitment during training.

The event marked the transformation of the cadets into skilled and confident nursing officers, ready to serve as part of India’s tri-service medical framework. It also highlighted the Armed Forces’ commitment to building a capable and compassionate healthcare workforce to support operational and humanitarian missions.