In a ceremony marking the 261st Corps Day of the Army Medical Corps (AMC), Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, the Chief of the Naval Staff, conveyed heartfelt greetings and well wishes to the AMC from all ranks of the Indian Navy. This occasion recognized the AMC’s steadfast commitment to the health and well-being of the Armed Forces, highlighting their essential role in maintaining operational readiness through quality medical care.
Adding to the pride of naval medical services, INHS Asvini, the flagship naval hospital located in Mumbai, received the esteemed Best Hospital in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) Trophy. This award celebrates the hospital’s unwavering dedication to delivering exemplary medical care and support to naval personnel and their families, showcasing the high standards of healthcare within the military context.
Furthermore, the Command Hospital, Western Command, situated in Chandimandir, Haryana, earned recognition as the Second-Best Tertiary Care Hospital, being awarded the Runners-Up Raksha Mantri Award. This accolade highlights the hospital’s significant contributions to patient care and medical innovation, further emphasizing the critical role such institutions play in safeguarding the health of India’s military community. The awards were presented by Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, solidifying the importance of military medical services in the Indian Armed Forces.
These accolades not only underscore the achievements of the AMC and its affiliated hospitals but also reflect the relentless pursuit of excellence, professionalism, and empathy that characterizes the medical personnel serving within this vital corps. The Indian Navy stands united with the Armed Forces in honoring the AMC’s enduring legacy of service, recognizing the immense dedication exhibited by medical personnel in the line of duty. Their commitment to providing high-quality healthcare is seen as an indispensable component of sustaining the nation’s military strength.
