- On 26 July 1999, the Indian Army recaptured Indian territories in the Dras sector of Kargil by Pakistani intruders.
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2020: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and the chiefs of the three armies paid tributes to the martyrs at the War Memorial. On this occasion, Rajnath said, On the 21st Kargil Vijay Diwas, I salute the soldiers of the Indian Army who fought the battle of Kargil. This war was fought in the most challenging situation in the modern history of the world. Today is the day for Operation Vijay to succeed. The Indian Army recaptured Indian territories in 1999 from the capture of Pakistani intruders in the Dras sector of Kargil.
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Rajnath said- I am also thankful to those soldiers who continued to serve in the Indian Army despite being Divyang. These people served the country in their own way and set an example of devotion to the country. Kargil Vijay is not just a symbol of our self-respect, it is also a step taken against injustice. We are ready to take any step for the unity and sovereignty of the country.
Shah Said – The Country is Proud of India’s Heroes
Home Minister Amit Shah said, “This day is a symbol of pride and strong leadership of the country.” I bow to the jawans who, with their indomitable courage, drove the enemy from the inaccessible hills of Kargil and waved the tricolor again there. The country is proud of the heroes of India who are dedicated to protecting the country. “
The Chiefs of the Three Armies Saluted the Martyrs
The chiefs of the three wings of the Indian Army also saluted the martyrs of Kargil. Chief of Defense Staff General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff General MM Narwane, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria laid flowers at the War Memorial in New Delhi. Union Minister of State for Defense Shripad Naik was also present with them.
