In a momentous occasion marking its platinum jubilee year, the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) in Pune is set to receive the prestigious President’s Colour from the President of India and Supreme Commander of Armed Forces, Smt Droupadi Murmu, on December 1, 2023. This accolade is a testament to AFMC’s 75 years of exceptional service to the nation, solidifying its position as a premier institution within the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and a leading medical college in the country.
AFMC, known globally for its ethos and highest standards of medical training, has been a pioneer in medical education within the AFMS. Beyond academic excellence, the college’s outstanding training and administrative infrastructure foster the holistic development of medical cadets through various sports and extracurricular activity clubs.
Medical cadets graduating from AFMC go on to serve in the Army, Navy, and the Air Force, embodying the institution’s commitment to producing well-rounded officers and doctors. These professionals have consistently addressed healthcare needs, both for the Armed Forces personnel safeguarding the nation’s frontiers and those on missions abroad, along with their families.
The institution’s alumni have made significant contributions to healthcare delivery and research, serving at esteemed national and international healthcare institutions. The President’s Colour, also known as ‘Rashtrapati ka Nishaan,’ represents the highest honor bestowed upon any military unit, recognizing AFMC’s distinguished service.
The ceremony, held at the Capt Devashish Sharma Kirti Chakra Parade Ground at AFMC, will be attended by senior dignitaries and officials from the Central and State government and the Armed Forces. Notably, lady medical officers will lead the four contingents of the Armed Forces Medical Services personnel, symbolizing women empowerment in the AFMS.
Adding to the grandeur, the event will witness the release of a special cover and stamp, along with a commemorative coin, by the honorable President. Additionally, the planned e-inauguration of ‘Prajna,’ the Armed Forces Center for Computational Medicine, will position AFMC among leading global institutes undertaking cutting-edge healthcare research using Artificial Intelligence.
