On its 60th foundation day, the National Academy of Medical Sciences awarded three faculty members from the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India, with recognitions of academic excellence. Prof. Aman Sharma from the internal medicine department received the RAE General Amir Chand Award for his significant contributions to the study of systemic vasculitis, a rare disease that can cause serious organ damage. Prof. Naveen Kalra from the radiodiagnosis department was honored with the RAE Dr. Khandelwal Award for his pioneering work in interventional radiology, particularly in locoregional treatments for liver cancer, including techniques like cryoablation and irreversible electroporation. Additionally, Prof. Sonu Goel from the community medicine department was awarded the R V Rajam Award for his extensive experience in community health, focusing on tobacco control over his 25-year career. The awards were presented during a Continuing Medical Education (CME) event held in conjunction with the anniversary celebrations.