MoS Defence Sanjay Seth, CDS, Tri-Service Chiefs pay tribute to Kargil heroes at National War Memorial
New Delhi, July 26
Union MoS Defence Sanjay Seth and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh laid wreaths and paid tribute to the heroes of the Kargil War at the National War Memorial in Delhi on the occasion of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas.
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General N S Raja Subramani, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, and Vice Chief of the Army Staff Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain were also present on the occasion to pay their respects to the fallen heroes.
Earlier today, in Ladakh, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tributes to soldiers who laid down their lives for the country during the Kargil War in 1999.
He laid a wreath at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass to mark Kargil Vijay Diwas. Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena also laid a wreath at the memorial to pay tributes to the bravehearts.
The Defence Minister recalled the valour of soldiers in a post on X.
"On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay my deepest respects to all the brave soldiers who laid down their lives in the defence of our motherland. The nation will forever remain grateful and indebted to all those valiant soldiers who demonstrated extraordinary valour on the difficult peaks of Kargil in 1999," he said.
"The indomitable courage, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve of the Indian Armed Forces will continue to inspire future generations with patriotism, dedication to duty, and the spirit of offering everything for the motherland," he added.
The Indian Army has organised the 'Yudh Sansmaran' event at Lamochen View Point in Drass, Ladakh.
Addressing a commemorative event in Drass yesterday on the eve of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Defence Minister expressed confidence in the capability of defence forces and stated that no one dares to cast an evil eye upon India as long as the patriotism and resolve of the valiant troops of the nation remain unwavering.
Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed annually on July 26, is a day of profound significance for every Indian. It commemorates the bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering determination of the Indian armed forces during the Kargil War of 1999. On this day, we pay tribute to the valiant soldiers who laid down their lives to protect our nation's sovereignty and integrity.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The ceremonies at both Delhi and Drass show that our leaders truly respect the sacrifices. But we also need to ensure that the families of martyrs get better support - not just on Vijay Diwas, but every day. Those who gave their tomorrows for our today deserve more than just wreaths.
Proud moment for every Indian! The courage of our soldiers in Kargil is unmatched. From Captain Vikram Batra's "Yeh Dil Maange More" to the countless sacrifices at Tiger Hill, these stories must be taught to our children. Let's not forget the price of our freedom.
As someone who served in the US Army, I deeply respect the Indian military's professionalism during Kargil. The way Indian soldiers turned the tide in the mountains at 18,000 feet is legendary. My heart goes out to the families of the fallen. True heroes!
Remembering my late grandfather who fought in 1971 war, and today I feel the same pride looking at our young officers. The 'Yudh Sansmaran' event in Drass is a beautiful tribute. But I wish more schools took students to war memorials - we need to keep the spirit of sacrifice alive in the next generation.
Seeing the CDS and tri-service chiefs together at the National War Memorial sends a strong message of unity. Our integrated military command is a testament to the lessons learned from Kargil. The soldiers who fought there didn't just win a battle, they taught us the importance of always being prepared.
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