India, July 29 -- LUCKNOW Defence minister Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated the department of military medicine at Command Hospital, Central Command, in Lucknow on Wednesday, marking the establishment of the country's first dedicated academic and operational department exclusively focused on military medicine, stated a PIB release.

"Lucknow has always been a witness to our military traditions. Today, with the inauguration of the department of military medicine at Command Hospital, this city is becoming a witness to a new chapter in military medicine and research. This will further strengthen our resolve for a developed India and empowered armed forces," said Singh addressing the event.

The initiative aims to enhance combat medical re...