♦ 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).