Directorate of Indian Army Veterans in conjunction with ECHS & HQs of Area & Sub Area is continuously coordinating support to the Veterans & their dependents. Veterans affected by COVID are being guided & assisted in getting medical advice & admission in various Hospitals. (1/4)
The Base Hospital at #Delhi and Service #Hospitals at all military stations are working tirelessly to accommodate maximum #Veterans and are continuously ramping up the capacity to ensure the enhanced availability of beds. (2/4)
While all efforts are being made to attend to the needs of COVID affected #Veterans, it is sincerely urged to stay at home and remain steadfast in dealing with the pandemic. Kindly follow all safety precautions and #COVID protocols. (3/4)
Veterans' well-being is our utmost concern and priority. Please call the Col Veterans, OIC Polyclinics and OIC Regional Centre, ECHS for any assistance. The contact information of all #COVID HELPLINES of IA is available on indianarmyveterans.gov.in (4/4)

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