July 26 marks the celebration Kargil Vijay Diwas. This day is dedicated to the brave hearts who had fought bravely and recaptured Indian territories in Kargil region of Jammu and Kashmir. This war was the epitome of India’s valour and courage. These martyrs and their sacrifice will always be remembered. After a long battle with Pakistani militants and terrorits, Indian army declared the mission successful on July 26, 1999. Since then, the day is being celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas. Know about the details of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
This war was fought for two months and it was the first war that was telecast. It is believed that conflict was planned by then Pakistan army chief General Pervez Musharraf and then Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif was unaware of the incident.
The planning was smart and infiltrators positioned themselves at the key points of Kargil region. With the help of information provided by shepherds, Indian Army had launched ‘Operation Vijay.’ This operation was aimed at throwing back Pakistani intruders. It was one of the toughest operations as it was fought at the high altitude.
Pakistan had started heavy firing on May 9, 1999. Bofors howitzers were the mainstay of the artillery division of India and contributed immensely in breaking the Pakistani defences. Indian Army successfully recaptured all positions and forced the Pakistan Army to retreat on 26 July, 1999.
India suffered a huge loss of 559 brave soldiers and 1563 injured. After the long eleven hour struggle, India relocated its flag at Tiger Hill, which is the highest peak in Kargil-Dras sector.
India Pays tribute to martyrs
India will always remember with pride, the outstanding political leadership provided by Atal Ji during Operation Vijay. He led from the front, supported our armed forces and clearly articulated India’s stand at the world stage. #KargilVijayDiwas
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 26, 2018
26 July immortalized as #KargilVijayDiwas is saga of glorious victory of the Nation during Kargil Conflict in May-July 1999. #IndianArmy soldiers fought legendary battles in Dras, Kaksar, Batalik & Turtok Sectors. #Salute to courage, valour & sacrifice of our martyrs & heroes. pic.twitter.com/pG1gam5xRl
— ADG PI – INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) July 26, 2018
Mr @P_Musharraf speaking on Kargil War on the occasion of 19th anniversary of #KargilVijayDiwas #TSDComics pic.twitter.com/QzsJAKcDGz
— THE SKIN DOCTOR (@theskindoctor13) July 26, 2018
#KargilVijayDiwas . We take pride in our brave soldiers #JaiJawan one of My SandArt. pic.twitter.com/946nkkGgF5
— Sudarsan Pattnaik (@sudarsansand) July 26, 2018
Shed a small tear of pride for our heroes who fought and who laid down their lives in all their glory for our tomorrow.
They fought at heights over 18k feet, inhospitable rugged terrain ,steep mountains. The Nation rose above their own self. #KargilVijayDiwas ! Jai Hind pic.twitter.com/Tw3tLrOAbp— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 26, 2018
Salute to indomitable courage of our soldiers #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/uePvkxfVb8
— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) July 26, 2018
Brave Jawans of Indian Army (Dogra Regiment) including my Father during Kargil War. #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/4gCIbZrnm9
— Pradeep Parihar (@PardeepParihar) July 26, 2018
#KargilVijayDiwas #BSF salutes Brave Heroes of Kargil for their Valour & Sacrifice.
A vigilant BSF Unit too played its Role holding its posts in Chhenigund area.
Shri S S Yadav Deputy Commandant made supreme sacrifice on the altar of duty during #Kargilwar pic.twitter.com/XRey31uRvk— BSF (@BSF_India) July 26, 2018
Today is #KargilVijayDiwas… Salute to brave Indian soldiers ????????? pic.twitter.com/tCDsbDsBhD
— Manju Bansal (@Manju_Bansal23) July 26, 2018
Smt @nsitharaman & the three Service Chiefs laid wreaths and paid homage to the martyrs on #KargilVijayDiwas at Amar Jawan Jyoti in New Delhi.
We salute all the bravehearts who proudly protect the nation.
Jai Hind! ?? pic.twitter.com/qkhXk4UW0P
— Raksha Mantri (@DefenceMinIndia) July 26, 2018
