Rajnath Singh lays wreath at Kargil War Memorial, pays tributes to bravehearts
Drass, July 26
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday 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.
Their courage enables every citizen to pursue and realise their dreams without fear, he added.
"Even as the enemy's intentions remain unchanged and it continues to employ nefarious tactics such as proxy wars and infiltration, the Indian Defence Forces stand fully prepared to face any challenge," he said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Salute to our soldiers who climbed those peaks without hesitation. Meanwhile, Pakistan still hasn't learned its lesson about proxy wars. The enemy's intentions may not change, but our armed forces are more than capable. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
A poignant reminder of the price of freedom. While we celebrate these heroes, we must also remember that our soldiers continue to face harsh conditions on the borders. The government needs to focus on modernising defence infrastructure, not just flag-waving on Vijay Diwas.
1999 seems like yesterday... I remember watching news of our soldiers fighting at Tiger Hill. The courage they showed makes every Indian proud. Rajnath Singh is right: no one can cast an evil eye on India. Our forces are the best in the world! 🙏
Important to note that Kargil Vijay Diwas isn't just about the past. The Defence Minister's mention of 'proxy wars and infiltration' shows how relevant this day remains. We need to keep supporting our troops in their ongoing fight against terrorism.
Every family in India owes a debt to these soldiers. I wish more people understood that the security we enjoy comes from their sacrifice. Let's not just make it a one-day affair - patriotism should be practiced every day.
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