Overview

• Speaking in New Delhi at the Military Nursing Service’s 100th Raising Day, Gen Anil Chauhan said India will not be deterred by nuclear threats.
• He assessed the likelihood of nuclear use in India’s context as low but said it must still be factored into security planning.
• The CDS called for training that addresses radiological contamination, noting it requires different medical treatment protocols.
• He cited lessons from COVID-19 to warn that biological threats may grow, urging specialised medical and operational preparedness.
• Gen Chauhan praised the MNS for a century of service, urged support for nurses’ psychological well-being, and highlighted the service as a model for jointness across the Army, Navy, and Air Force.