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PM, Raksha Mantri pay homage to soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas

July 26, 2021 , , , , , , , ,
By A Draft Correspondent

On the occasion of the 22nd anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas on 26 July 2021, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh paid homage to the fallen heroes. PM Modi took to Twitter to remember the martyred soldiers while Defence Minister paid homage at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.

PROUD: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh at National War Memorial on Kargil Vijay Diwas
On Kargil Vijay Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to all who lost their lives in Kargil protecting the nation. In his tweet he said, "We remember their sacrifices. We remember their valour. Today, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we pay homage to all those who lost their lives in Kargil protecting our nation. Their bravery motivates us every single day. Also sharing an excerpt from last year’s 'Mann Ki Baat.' "
The Raksha Mantri laid a wreath in the honour of the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation during India’s victory in Operation Vijay in 1999, also known as the Kargil conflict.

At the National War Memorial, in his message in the Visitors’ Book, Rajnath Singh recalled the valour of the brave-hearts of the Kargil conflict saying that the nation will never forget the sacrifice made by the gallant heroes of Indian Armed Forces. He added that the nation will always be indebted to their courage and continue to follow their ideals.

IN REVERENCE: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh laying a wreath in honour of the Kargil martyrs
In a tweet, the Raksha Mantri said the supreme sacrifice of the brave soldiers will inspire generations to come. He also shared a video message on Twitter in which he saluted the valour and sacrifice of the brave Indian soldiers.
Raksha Rajya Mantri Ajay Bhatt, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Chief of the Army Staff General MM Naravane, Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar, Vice Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar and Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC) Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain also paid homage to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial. Senior civil and military officials of the Ministry of Defence were also present on the occasion.

During the Kargil conflict, Indian Army's gallant soldiers with the help of Indian Air Force overcame insurmountable odds, hostile terrain and inclement weather to win against the enemy that had occupied dominating heights. On this momentous occasion, the proud nation is celebrating the victory by remembering the fallen heroes through various events across the country.

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