Today has completed 25 years of victory over Kargil. On 26 July 1999, Indian Army soldiers won Kargil. During this period many soldiers were also martyred. Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has paid tribute to these martyrs today.
New Delhi: Kargil Vijay Diwas is being celebrated across the country today. Meanwhile, Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday paid tribute to the armed forces personnel who fought bravely in extremely difficult circumstances and sacrificed their lives to protect the country during the Kargil war 25 years ago. Let us tell you that the Indian Army had announced the successful completion of ‘Operation Vijay’ on 26 July 1999, after achieving victory in the war that lasted for almost three months on the snowy peaks of Kargil located in Ladakh.
Rajnath Singh remembered the brave soldiers
Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh made this in a post on social media platform ‘X’. He said, “Today 25 years of Kargil Vijay Diwas have been completed. We remember the indomitable courage of the brave soldiers who fought bravely in the 1999 war.” He said, ”Their unwavering commitment, bravery and patriotism have shown that our country will remain safe and secure. His service and sacrifice will continue to inspire every Indian and our future generations.
remembered the supreme sacrifice
On this occasion, Chief of Defense Staff General Anil Chauhan and all the personnel of the armed forces also remembered the supreme sacrifice of the ‘brave soldiers’. “We are inspired by the heroes of Kargil and we will always honor their legacy by defending our country with courage, honor and sacrifice,” Headquarters Integrated Defense Staff said.
Foreign Minister also paid tribute
Let us tell you that on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, various programs have been organized across the country including the Kargil War Memorial in Dras. In the Kargil war, more than 500 soldiers sacrificed their lives to protect the country. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also paid tribute to the brave soldiers who defended the country during the war. He said, “Salute to the bravery and dedication of our brave soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas.
His legacy of courage and patriotism serves as a guiding light for all Indians.
