Kargil Vijay Diwas
– Date: Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated every year on July 26 ¹.
– Purpose: This day is celebrated to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War in 1999 ¹.
– History: The Kargil War took place in the Kargil district of Kashmir and along the Line of Control (LOC) from May to July 1999 ². The war was fought between India and Pakistan and ended with India’s victory on July 26, 1999 ².
– Significance: Kargil Vijay Diwas is a significant day in the history of India as it marks the country’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War ². It is also a day to pay tribute to the bravery of Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country during the war ².
– Celebrations: Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated all over India and in the national capital of New Delhi, where the Prime Minister of India pays homage to the soldiers at Amar Jawan Jyoti at the India Gate every year ¹. Functions are also organized all over the country to commemorate the contributions of the Indian Armed Forces ¹.
– 25th Anniversary: In 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Drass in Ladakh on July 26 to honor the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas ².
