President, PM, military hail Kargil heroes
New Delhi: The nation on Friday commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Kargil war to recall the valour of the soldiers who took part in Operation Vijay, recapturing strategic heights on the border seized by Pakistani troops and militants.
“A grateful nation acknowledges the gallantry of our Armed Forces on the heights of Kargil in 1999. We salute the grit and valour of those who defended India, and record our everlasting debt to those who never returned,” President Ram Nath Kovind tweeted.
On #KargilVijayDiwas, paid tributes to our martyrs at Chinar Corps (15 Corps) War Memorial in Srinagar.
India remains grateful to those in our Armed Forces who served in the Kargil conflict and defended our sovereignty with incredible valour.
Jai Hind! ??#PresidentKovind pic.twitter.com/5ppenPsC1d
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 26, 2019
Prime Minister Narendra Modi added: “This day reminds us of the courage, bravery and dedication of our soldiers. On this occasion, my humble tribute to those mighty warriors who gave up their all to defend their motherland.”
During the Kargil War in 1999, I had the opportunity to go to Kargil and show solidarity with our brave soldiers.
This was the time when I was working for my Party in J&K as well as Himachal Pradesh.
The visit to Kargil and interactions with soldiers are unforgettable. pic.twitter.com/E5QUgHlTDS
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2019
The Indian Air Force said: “Let’s pay homage to the Kargil martyrs and salute the courage, valour and sacrifice of our bravehearts. Let’s remember the supreme sacrifice made by the brave soldiers to uphold and safeguard the integrity of the nation.”
The Army said that July 26, celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas, was a saga of “glorious victory” of 1999.
“Indian soldiers fought legendary battles in Drass, Kaksar, Batalik and Turtok sectors. Salute to the courage, valour and sacrifice of our martyrs and heroes,” tweeted the Additional Directorate General of Public Information in the Army.
Outgoing Congress President Rahul Gandhi said: “I pay tribute to our martyrs who laid down their lives protecting our nation. I also salute our brave men and women in uniform whose innumerable sacrifices, dedication and valour keep our country safe. Jai Hind.”
Published on: July 26, 2019 at 15:59 IST
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