Published on Apr 4, 2025
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Army Medical Corps (AMC)
Army Medical Corps (AMC)

♦ The Army Medical Corps (AMC) Raising Day is celebrated annually on April 3.

♦ The history of the Army Medical Corps is extensive, spanning several centuries.

♦ Known as the Indian Medical Service, it was originally founded in India in 1764 during the British colonial era.

♦ On 3 April 1943, the AMC was founded through the merger of the Indian Medical Service, Indian Medical Department, and Indian Hospital Corps.

♦ The Army Medical Corps (AMC) plays a crucial role in serving the healthcare needs of the Indian Armed Forces.

♦ AMC's motto: Sarve Santu Niramaya (may all be free from disease and disability).