Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who fought valiantly in the 1999 Kargil War, describing their sacrifice as a “timeless reminder” of the unwavering resolve of the Indian Armed Forces.
In a post shared on X, Rajnath Singh said, “On Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay heartfelt tributes to our bravehearts who displayed extraordinary courage, grit and determination in defending our nation’s honour in the toughest of terrains. Their supreme sacrifice during Kargil war is a timeless reminder of the unwavering resolve of our Armed Forces. India shall remain forever indebted to their service.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid his respects to the Kargil war heroes, stating that the nation would forever remain indebted to their “sacrifice and dedication.”
“Kargil Vijay Diwas is an unforgettable day of pride and the saga of victory for our nation’s brave soldiers. In the year 1999, our soldiers, through ‘Operation Vijay,’ brought the enemy to their knees, setting an indelible example of indomitable courage and valour. On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay tribute to all those brave heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for the defence of the motherland. The nation will forever remain indebted to your sacrifice and dedication,” Shah wrote on X.
On Saturday, the nation marked the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, with families of the soldiers remembering the bravery and dedication of their loved ones who laid down their lives during the conflict between India and Pakistan in the icy heights of 1999.
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