December 16 marks Vijay Diwas, a day dedicated to remembering India`s monumental victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. This decisive conflict led to the liberation of East Pakistan and the birth of Bangladesh. On this day in 1971, over 93,000 Pakistani troops surrendered to the joint forces of the Indian Army and the "Mukti Bahini," laying the foundation for the creation of Bangladesh.

The signing of the instrument of surrender in Dhaka on December 16, 1971, marked the end of a 13-day India-Pakistan War. The capitulation of the Pakistan Army solidified India`s status as a major regional force. Vijay Diwas not only commemorates this historic triumph but also pays homage to the sacrifices made by the defense forces during the war.