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Four Indian Armed Forces Medical Service officers clinch 32 medals in Saint-Tropez
They competed at the 43rd World Medical and Health Games held in Saint-Tropez, France, from June.16 to 23.
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Pranavi Sharma - Mon, 24, Jun 2024
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Achievements of the Indian Armed Forces Medical Service officers demonstrate the commitment of healthcare professionals worldwide. / Press Information Bureau, Government of India
In a remarkable display of athleticism and dedication, four Indian Armed Forces Medical Service (AFMS) officers have made the nation proud by securing a total of 32 medals at the 43rd World Medical and Health Games held in Saint-Tropez, France, from June.16 to 23.
The officers, Lt Col Sanjeev Malik, Maj Anish George, Capt Stephen Sebastian, and Capt Dania James, brought home 19 gold, nine silver, and four bronze medals from the world's largest sporting event for health professionals.
The winners are:
- Lt Col Sanjeev Malik VSM won five gold medals in the above 35 years male category, dominating the 800m, 1500m, 3000m, 5000m, cross country, and 4x100m relay events.
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Lt Col Sanjeev Malik won five gold medals in the above 35 years male category. / Press Information Bureau, Government of India- Maj Anish George earned four gold, six silver, and two bronze medals in the under 35 years male category, excelling in events including the 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m, javelin, shotput, discus throw, hammer throw, and powerlifting.
- Capt Stephen Sebastian claimed six gold medals in the under 35 years male category, winning the 100m, 200m, 400m, long jump, hammer throw, and 4x100m relay events.
- Capt Dania James secured four gold, three silver, and two bronze medals in the under 35 years female category, excelling in the 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay, javelin, discus throw, shot put, badminton solo, badminton doubles, and powerlifting events.
Capt Dania James secured four gold, three silver, and two bronze medals. / Press Information Bureau, Government of India
Lt Gen Daljit Singh, DGAFMS, congratulated the officers for their exceptional performances.
The World Medical and Health Games, often referred to as the Olympic Games for health professionals, have grown to become the most prestigious global sporting event within the medical community since their inception in 1978. The Games attract over 2,500 participants from more than 50 countries each year.
The outstanding achievements of the Indian Armed Forces Medical Service officers not only underscore their excellence but also demonstrate the commitment of healthcare professionals worldwide to blend medical expertise with athletic achievement. This success is expected to inspire countless doctors and nurses across India to embrace fitness and become ambassadors of health and wellness.
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