Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: Prez Murmu, PM Modi & others pay tribute to war heroes

Updated On: 26 July, 2024 10:04 AM IST | Sanjana Deshpande

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying tributes to the armed forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024. Pics/ Pallav Paliwal & PTI

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President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying tributes to the armed forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024. Pics/ Pallav Paliwal & PTI

<p>Prime Minister Modi laid a floral wreath at the Drass War Memorial to honour the officers and soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Kargil conflict.</p>

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Prime Minister Modi laid a floral wreath at the Drass War Memorial to honour the officers and soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Kargil conflict.

<p>On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army declared victory in the nearly three-month-long battle of Kargil, marking the successful culmination of Operation Vijay.</p>

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On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army declared victory in the nearly three-month-long battle of Kargil, marking the successful culmination of Operation Vijay.

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Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorates India`s victory over Pakistan, celebrating the bravery and sacrifice of the armed forces.

<p>President Murmu paid tribute to the courage and valour of the soldiers, focusing on their supreme sacrifice for protecting India`s territory. I am sure that all countrymen will draw inspiration from their sacrifice and valour, she said. </p>

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President Murmu paid tribute to the courage and valour of the soldiers, focusing on their supreme sacrifice for protecting India`s territory. I am sure that all countrymen will draw inspiration from their sacrifice and valour, she said.

<p>Defence Minister Rajnath Singh honoured the brave soldiers` indomitable spirit and courage, acknowledging their service and sacrifice. Their unwavering commitment, valour and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe and secure, Singh said.</p>

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh honoured the brave soldiers` indomitable spirit and courage, acknowledging their service and sacrifice. Their unwavering commitment, valour and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe and secure, Singh said.

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Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan and the armed forces paid homage, drawing inspiration from the heroes of Kargil to defend the nation.

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Various events were organized nationwide, including at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass, to mark the occasion and honour the fallen soldiers.

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar saluted the soldiers` valour and dedication, noting their legacy as a guiding light for all Indians.

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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid homage to the armed forces, recognizing their supreme sacrifice during Operation Vijay.

<p>On the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay my humble tributes to brave armed forces personnel, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the motherland during India`s victory in `Operation Vijay`, Sinha wrote.</p>

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On the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay my humble tributes to brave armed forces personnel, who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the motherland during India`s victory in `Operation Vijay`, Sinha wrote.

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Various events were organised across the country, including at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass to mark the occasion.

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