Kargil Vijay Diwas: Rahul, Kharge pay homage to immortal heroes of 1999 war
New Delhi, July 26
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, and Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday paid homage to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives on the line of duty during the 1999 Kargil War and hailed their courage and valour.
India is commemorating the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Sunday, marked with gratitude and national pride, in remembrance of the historic 1999 victory when Indian soldiers reclaimed the snow-covered heights of Kargil.
In a post on X, Gandhi said, "A humble tribute to all the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while defending India's borders, on Kargil Victory Day. The nation will forever remain indebted to your courage, valour, and supreme sacrifice."
Congress chief Kharge also took to social media and paid homage to the immortal heroes on Kargil Vijay Diwas.
"We pay homage with reverence to our immortal heroes who made the supreme sacrifice while defending the motherland in the Kargil War. Their indomitable courage, unparalleled valour, and unwavering dedication to the nation will forever remain a source of inspiration for us all," he said.
Kargil Vijay Diwas holds tremendous significance in Indian history and commemorates the victory of the Indian armed forces over Pakistan in the 1999 Kargil War. This year, the day marks the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
The conflict, which began in May 1999 after Pakistani forces infiltrated across the Line of Control (LoC) and occupied commanding heights, aimed to sever the link between Kashmir and Ladakh and isolate troops on the Siachen Glacier.
Indian Army responded with Operation Vijay, supported by the Indian Air Force's Operation Safed Sagar and full naval deployment, following a clear strategy of contain, evict and deny, without crossing the LoC.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Good that Rahul Gandhi and Kharge are paying tribute. But I hope this isn't just political posturing. The real respect for our soldiers should reflect in policies that support veteran welfare and border infrastructure, not just social media posts. Just my honest thought.
As a kid, I remember watching the news 27 years ago with my whole family glued to the TV. The courage of Captain Vikram Batra, Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav, and all the heroes still gives me goosebumps. Jai Hind! 🙏
The Kargil War proved that when it comes to national security, India stands united. Whether it's politicians, armed forces, or common citizens, we all stand together against any threat. Let's keep that spirit alive every day, not just on Vijay Diwas!
Having visited the Kargil War Memorial last year, I can't tell you how humbling it is to see the names of those brave soldiers etched in stone. The sheer difficulty of the terrain and their determination is beyond words. Deepest respect from a friend of India.
My uncle was a Naik in the Kargil War and survived, but he lost so many friends. He always says that the real heroes are those who never came back. This day is for remembering them, not for politicians to score points. But still, grateful for the tributes.
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