New Delhi, April 2 -- Hypertension, fractures, pregnancy-related conditions, and obesity are four of the "top 10 disabilities" in the army that have led to officers being placed in a low medical category (LMC) indicating their reduced temporary or permanent fitness for active duty, the ministry of defence said in a report presented to Parliament. The 10 leading health conditions accounted for 71% of the overall disabilities affecting the army's officer cadre, the ministry told the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) that studied disability pensions in the army closely. P10
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