India celebrates 24thKargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, 2023, with great pride and reverence
Vijay Diwas marks the culmination of the country’s most significant military operations, demonstrating the indomitable spirit of the IAF
The country pays homage to the indomitable souls who sacrificed their lives with glory while displaying unwavering dedication
The Kargil War that took place between May 3 and July 26, 1999, was not just a military counter but a testament to the courage and resilience of the IAF
In order to recapture the strategic Kargil Heights and regaining control over the NH 1 D highway, the Indian Army executed a meticulously planned operation, codenamed “Operation Vijay”
The victory of reclaiming Tololing on June 17, 1999, set the tide in India’s favour and since the on Operation Vijay was declared as a resounding success
A total of 527 brave soldiers laid their lives for their motherland, among which were Captain Vikram Batra, Captain Saurabh Kalia and five other soldiers
In a public rally in Haryana, Atal Bihari Vajpayee proclaimed the victory in advance, strategically pressurizing Pakistan