Army Medical Corps Celebrates 261 Years of Service, Sacrifice, and Healing
Brig Anurag Upadhyaya and Air Cmde Sachin Souche grace the commemorative event in Pangode
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HIGHLIGHTS -
- AMC serves over 1.3 million Indian Army personnel and dependents with advanced medical services.
- Has participated in more than 15 international UN Peacekeeping missions.
- Key roles during COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and in conflict zones.
- AMC officers are highly decorated, often receiving Param Vishisht Seva Medals, YSM, and Sena Medals.
India’s frontline medical warriors honored with cake-cutting and tributes at Military Hospital
Thiruvananthapuram - The Army Medical Corps (AMC) celebrated its 261st Raising Day with pride and patriotism at Pangode Military Station today. The commemorative event was graced by Brigadier Anurag Upadhyaya, Station Commander, as the Chief Guest, alongside Air Commodore Sachin S Souche, Principal Medical Officer of the Southern Air Command, who joined the celebrations as a special invitee.
The event began with ceremonial honors, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony led by Air Commodore Souche and Captain Vineeth R S, symbolizing unity and tradition. Col R A Shetty, Commanding Officer of the Military Hospital, joined senior officers and soldiers in saluting the unwavering commitment of AMC personnel.
FACT FILE: ARMY MEDICAL CORPS (AMC)
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | April 3, 1943 |
| Re-designated as AMC | January 26, 1950 |
| Presidential Colours Awarded | April 3, 1966 by President Dr. S. Radhakrishnan |
| Motto | "Sarve Santu Niramaya" – Let All Be Free from Illness |
| Global Contributions | UN Missions, disaster zones, humanitarian medical relief |
| Operational Reach | Siachen Glacier, Rajasthan deserts, Manipur unrest zones |
| Medical Infrastructure | Army Base Hospitals, Field Hospitals, mobile emergency response units |
The Army Medical Corps was initially raised as the Indian Army Medical Corps (IAMC) on April 3, 1943, by merging the Indian Medical Services (IMS), Indian Medical Department (IMD), and Indian Hospital Corps (IHC). It was later re-designated as the Army Medical Corps (AMC) on January 26, 1950. The Presidential Colours were bestowed on the Corps by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on April 3, 1966—a rare honor in military history.
AMC is recognized globally for its tireless service—from freezing Siachen to UN Peacekeeping missions and disaster relief efforts. The Corps’ motto, “Sarve Santu Niramaya” (Let All Be Free from Illness), stands as a beacon of its humanitarian spirit.
