Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja Takes Charge as 47th DGAFMS on 1 Sept 2026
Mumbai: Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja assumed charge as the 47th Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) on 1 September 2026.
Before taking charge, he paid homage to the fallen heroes by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
About the New DGAFMS
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Alumnus of Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
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Distinguished physician and gastroenterologist
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Nearly four decades of experience in clinical practice, academics, operational medicine and administration
As DGAFMS, Air Marshal Thareja will lead efforts to strengthen:
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Operational medical preparedness
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Jointness across the three Services
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Modernisation of medical infrastructure
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Digital health initiatives
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Medical research and innovation
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Quality healthcare for serving personnel, veterans and their families
The appointment marks a significant leadership transition in the Armed Forces Medical Services.
Source: Official information released on 1 September 2026.