Command Hospital Air Force Bengaluru Hosts Grand Passing Out Parade for 39 Nursing Cadets
Lieutenant Prabitha B, Lieutenant Debora Grace Georgin, and Lieutenant Epiphany Mary J receive accolades for their exceptional performance.
BNH NETWORK
Bengaluru – The Medical Training Centre Parade Ground at Command Hospital Air Force Bengaluru (CHAFB) was the venue for a spectacular Passing Out Parade (PoP) on 10 March 2025, celebrating the successful graduation of the 5th batch of 39 nursing cadets from the College of Nursing, CHAFB.
Fact Pointer Highlights:
- 39 Cadets Graduated: The PoP marked the successful completion of training for 39 nursing cadets.
- Senior Officials Present: Air Vice Marshal Kaushik Chatterjee, Commandant of CHAFB, reviewed the parade, with Major General Elizabeth John (Retd) as the guest of honour.
- Oath Ceremony: Brigadier R Vijayarani, Principal Matron of CHAFB, administered the oath, with officers donning their beige uniforms for the first time.
- Top Performers Awarded: Lieutenant Prabitha B, Lieutenant Debora Grace Georgin, and Lieutenant Epiphany Mary J were recognized for academic excellence and leadership.
Colonel Jessy Mathew, Principal of the College of Nursing, CHAFB, welcomed the gathering and expressed pride in the cadets' achievements. Air Vice Marshal Kaushik Chatterjee, while reviewing the parade, congratulated the officers and emphasized the importance of maintaining the core values of the Military Nursing Service in their careers.
The highlight of the ceremony was the oath-taking, led by Brigadier R Vijayarani, Principal Matron, CHAFB, where the young officers pledged to serve India’s Tri-services with commitment, responsibility, and professionalism. This moment marked their official transition into the nursing force of India’s military.
Major General Elizabeth John (Retd), former Additional Director General of the Military Nursing Service, delivered an inspiring address, underscoring the vital role these officers will play in the medical services across the armed forces.
Additionally, three outstanding cadets were awarded for their exceptional performance throughout their training. Lieutenant Prabitha B, Lieutenant Debora Grace Georgin, and Lieutenant Epiphany Mary J were presented with trophies for excelling in academics, physical training, and leadership.
This event stands as a proud moment for CHAFB, as the newly commissioned nursing officers step forward to uphold the highest standards of military healthcare in India.
