New Delhi: The Army Hospital Research and Referral (AHRR), New Delhi, hosted the first-ever Armed Forces National Conference SHAPE 2025 – Sustainable Hospital Architecture, Planning, Infrastructure and Equipment – from July 26–27, 2025.
Organized by AHRR’s Department of Hospital Administration, SHAPE 2025 brought together over 275 participants from the Armed Forces and civil sectors, including hospital administrators, clinicians, architects, engineers, and public health experts.
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The event was inaugurated by Surg Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), and Dr M Srinivas, Director of AIIMS New Delhi, alongside other dignitaries.
Held under the larger framework of Viksit Bharat at 2047, SHAPE 2025 comes at a pivotal time in India’s growth journey, offering a national platform to deliberate on climate-resilient, patient-centric, and technologically advanced healthcare ecosystems.
“This conference sets the direction for healthcare infrastructure that not only meets medical needs but also aligns with sustainability, national preparedness, and equity,” noted one of the key speakers.
The two-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) event explored:
- Green technologies including solar power and rainwater harvesting
- Disaster-resilient design and zero-emission hospital infrastructure
- GRIHA-compliant and CFEES-certified frameworks
- Healing architecture and ergonomic design principles
SHAPE 2025 provided a platform for Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and civil institutions to co-create a future-ready doctrine for hospital infrastructure, emphasizing sustainable planning, patient safety, and operational efficiency.
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The event also highlighted how sustainable healthcare is a strategic imperative – not just for environmental stewardship but also for national security, public health equity, and disaster readiness.
SHAPE 2025: Turning Point in India’s Approach to Hospital Planning
“SHAPE 2025 is a turning point in India’s approach to hospital planning. We’re no longer designing just buildings – we are designing health-secure, climate-resilient ecosystems,” said an AHRR representative.
By setting a precedent in sustainable hospital development, SHAPE 2025 reinforces the Armed Forces’ commitment to national transformation in line with Vision 2047, offering a blueprint for integrated, inclusive, and forward-thinking healthcare infrastructure across the country.
