Appointments 02 September 2026
Vice Admiral Dilip Raghavan Takes Charge as DGMS (Armed Forces)
Why in the News?
Surgeon Vice Admiral Dilip Raghavan, VSM, has assumed charge as the Director General Hospital Services (Armed Forces).
Key Features / Major Points:
Education & Commission: Alumnus of Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune | Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1989.
Key Roles: Served as Command Medical Officer for Southern and Eastern Naval Commands, and Commanding Officer of INHS Asvini.
Honors: INHS Asvini won the Raksha Mantri Trophy for Best Command Hospital during his tenure. Awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) in 2026.
Static GK Facts:
AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College): Established: 1948 | Location: Pune, Maharashtra.
INHS Asvini: The flagship naval command hospital located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who took charge as the Director General Hospital Services (Armed Forces)?
A: Surgeon Vice Admiral Dilip Raghavan
Q: Where is the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) located?
A: Pune, Maharashtra
Q: Which flagship naval hospital won the Raksha Mantri Trophy under Vice Admiral Raghavan's command?
A: INHS Asvini