Highlights

Kargil Vijay Diwas observed to celebrate India's victory over Pakistan
PM salutes 'brave sons' of the country
PM Modi called Kargil Vijay Diwas a 'symbol of pride' for India

Latest news

iQOO Buds Review: Monster Battery and Serious Gaming Chops for under ₹2,000

Repo rate today at 5.25%: how long an RBI decision takes to reach your home loan interest rate

CMF Buds Neo Review: 35dB ANC, 52-Hour Battery and Incredible Value

iQOO Z11 Review: A Balanced Mid-Range Powerhouse

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 Review: Familiar, Faster And Better Where It Matters

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 Review: A Smarter, Tougher and Longer-Lasting Ultra

Gabit Smart Ring Review: A Better Way To Track Your Health?

Xiaomi Power Bank 5i 20000 67W Review: A Powerful Travel Companion

Kargil Vijay Diwas : PM Modi salutes 'brave sons of the army'

On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army had announced the successful culmination of "Operation Vijay", declaring victory after a nearly three-month-long battle on the icy heights of Kargil in Ladakh.

Updated: Sep 02, 2022 10:53

PTI

Join our WhatsApp Channel

Kargil Vijay Diwas : PM Modi salutes 'brave sons of the army'

Kargil Vijay Diwas 2022 : On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday saluted the brave sons of the country who achieve the height of valour in the defence of the motherland.

On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army had announced the successful culmination of "Operation Vijay", declaring victory after a nearly three-month-long battle on the icy heights of Kargil in Ladakh.

The day is observed as 'Kargil Vijay Diwas' to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan in the war.

"Kargil Vijay Diwas is a symbol of pride and glory of 'Maa Bharati'. On this occasion, my salute to all the brave sons of the country who achieve the height of valour in the defence of the motherland. Jai Hind," Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet in Hindi.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Remembering our brave soldiers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kargil Vijay Diwas?❯

Kargil Vijay Diwas is a day observed to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War, marking when the Indian Army announced the successful culmination of Operation Vijay on July 26, 1999.

When is Kargil Vijay Diwas observed?❯

What was Operation Vijay?❯

Who did Prime Minister Narendra Modi salute on Kargil Vijay Diwas?❯

Where did the Kargil War take place?❯