Pune, October 24, 2026: A total of 38 young Nursing Officers were commissioned into the Military Nursing Service (MNS) during the commissioning ceremony of the 56th Batch of BSc Nursing cadets at the College of Nursing, Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, on Saturday.
The ceremony was held at the Capt Devashish Sharma, Kirti Chakra Parade Ground at AFMC, marking the successful completion of four years of professional BSc Nursing training by the newly commissioned officers.
The commissioning parade was reviewed by Surgeon Vice Admiral Manish Honwad, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM), Director and Commandant of AFMC Pune.
Brigadier V Sugirtha, Principal of the College of Nursing, AFMC, administered the oath of affirmation to the newly commissioned Military Nursing Service officers, formally inducting them into the Armed Forces Medical Services.
The ceremony was attended by senior military officers, alumni, civil dignitaries and proud family members of the graduates, who witnessed the young officers embark on their professional journey in military healthcare.
Several newly commissioned Nursing Officers were recognised for their outstanding academic achievements, clinical proficiency and overall performance during their four-year training programme.
Lieutenant Rubi Nishad received the prestigious AFMC Medal for securing the first position in the overall order of merit across all semesters.
Lieutenant Minakshi was awarded the Silver Jubilee Rolling Trophy for being adjudged the Best Bedside Nursing Cadet, recognising her excellence in clinical nursing skills and patient care.
Lieutenant Shrishti Trivedi received the General K. M. Cariappa Rolling Trophy after being adjudged the Best All-Round Nursing Cadet of the batch.
In another significant recognition, Lieutenant Mahima Sharma of the 55th Batch of the College of Nursing, AFMC, was presented with the Pushplok Trust Award for being adjudged the Best Outgoing Cadet among the six Colleges of Nursing under the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
Addressing the gathering, Surgeon Vice Admiral Manish Honwad congratulated the newly commissioned officers on successfully completing their demanding professional training.
He highlighted the pivotal role played by the Military Nursing Service in delivering quality healthcare to Armed Forces personnel and emphasised the importance of dedication, professionalism and compassion in military medical care.
The Military Nursing Service forms an essential component of the Armed Forces Medical Services, with its officers providing nursing care to serving military personnel, veterans and their families across military healthcare establishments.
The commissioning ceremony marked an important milestone in the careers of the 38 young officers, who will now undertake responsibilities within the Military Nursing Service and contribute to the healthcare requirements of the Indian Armed Forces.
Their induction reflects the continuing commitment of AFMC Pune to preparing skilled and dedicated military healthcare professionals for service to the nation.
