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Prez Murmu, PM Modi lead Nation in commemorating Kargil Vijay Divas
7/26/2024 9:32:33 PM

Early Times Report

NEW DELHI/DRASS, July 26: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the nation in paying tributes to the armed forces personnel who fought valiantly in extremely harsh conditions to defend India’s territory during the Kargil conflict 25 years back. The prime minister laid a floral wreath at the Drass War Memorial to pay tributes to officers and soldiers of the armed forces who made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation.
On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army announced the successful culmination of “Operation Vijay”, declaring victory after a nearly three-month-long battle on the icy heights of Kargil in Ladakh.
The day is observed as ‘Kargil Vijay Diwas’ to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in the war.
“Kargil Vijay Diwas is an occasion for a grateful nation to pay tribute to the courage and extraordinary valour of our armed forces. I pay tribute to each soldier who made the supreme sacrifice while protecting Mother India on the peaks of Kargil in 1999 and bow in reverence to their sacred memory,” the Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a post on ‘X’
“I am sure that all countrymen will draw inspiration from their sacrifice and valour,” it said quoting Murmu.
The President is the Supreme Commander of the armed forces.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh too paid rich tributes to the soldiers who made supreme sacrifices in the war.
“Today, on 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, we remember the indomitable spirit and courage of the brave soldiers who fought valiantly in 1999 war,” Singh said in a post on ‘X’.
“Their unwavering commitment, valour and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe and secure. Their service and sacrifice will continue to inspire every Indian and our coming generations,” he said.
Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan and all ranks of the armed forces also recalled the supreme sacrifice of the “Bravehearts”.
“We draw inspiration from the heroes of Kargil, and we will continue to honour their legacy by defending our nation with courage, honour, and sacrifice,” the headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff said.
Various events were organised across the country, including at Kargil War Memorial in Drass to mark the occasion.
Over 500 soldiers made the supreme sacrifice in the conflict.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also paid tributes to the brave soldiers who defended the nation’s territory during the conflict.
“On Kargil Vijay Diwas, salute the valour and dedication of our brave soldiers. The legacy of their courage and patriotism acts as a guiding light for all Indians,” he said.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also paid tributes to those killed the Kargil war.
“On the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay my humble tributes to brave armed forces personnel, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the motherland during India’s victory in ‘Operation Vijay’,” Sinha posted on X.
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