Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated on July 26 every year to commemorate the success of Indian Armed Forces during Operation VIJAY. On this day, the Indian Armed Forces braving extreme harsh terrain and climate fought valiantly on the steep slopes of icy peaks and showcased extreme gallantry while recapturing various high outposts in the Kargil- Drass Sector which was occupied by Pakistani intruders. The Kargil war was fought at an altitude of approximately 16,000 feet, wherein 1,042 Pakistani soldiers lost their lives and 527 Indian soldiers were martyred. To honour the heroes of Operation VIJAY and to pay a tribute to the supreme sacrifice and glorious victory of the Indian Defence Forces, various commemorative events are being organised all over the country including Southern Command.

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