PM Modi honors Kargil war heroes on Vijay Diwas, thanking them for their bravery and sacrifice.

On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed the nation's deep gratitude towards the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. He paid tribute to their unmatched courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding India's sovereignty. In a heartfelt message on the social media platform X, PM Modi stated that the nation is forever indebted to these brave soldiers for their valour in the face of the most formidable conditions.

Their unwavering patriotism and devotion to duty will continue to inspire generations to come. Joining in the nation's tribute to the brave soldiers, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also saluted their extraordinary courage and valour. He said that Kargil Vijay Diwas stands as a symbol of the Indian Army's indomitable spirit.

Despite facing adverse conditions and enemy positions located at high altitudes in the treacherous snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, our brave soldiers emerged victorious through 'Operation Vijay'. On this special day, the Home Minister paid tribute to all those brave sons who made the ultimate sacrifice to uphold the nation's integrity. Today, the country is observing the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, which commemorates India's victory in the 1999 Kargil War.

It is a day to honour the 527 soldiers who lost their lives during Operation Vijay and recognize the courage and determination of thousands of personnel who fought under some of the harshest battlefield conditions in the world. The Kargil conflict, fought between May and July 1999, remains the only conventional war between two nuclear-armed neighbours. The battles were fought at altitudes of over 5,000 metres across the mountainous regions of Kargil, Dras, Batalik, Mushkoh, and Kaksar in Ladakh.

It is commendable that despite freezing temperatures, difficult terrain, and heavily fortified enemy positions on strategic peaks, Indian forces successfully drove out Pakistani intruders without crossing the Line of Control. This feat earned international recognition for their professionalism and military restraint. Over the years, the victory of Kargil has come to symbolize not only India's military strength but also a defining moment that reshaped the country's defence preparedness, strategic planning, and national security framework.

Meanwhile, on this significant day, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to address the nation through the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat. The programme will be broadcasted across the Akashvani and Doordarshan networks, streamed live on various platforms, and aired in regional languages immediately after the original Hindi broadcast. It is a fitting tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation's integrity.

Let us all remember and honour their bravery and continue to uphold their legacy.