The Indian Army's Northern Command commemorated Vijay Diwas, which marks India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, with wreath-laying ceremonies led by General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Lt Gen M V Suchindra Kumar. The Tiger Division also held a ceremony at a war memorial in Jammu, while in Ladakh, the Army paid tribute to fallen soldiers at the 'Hall of Fame' with a solemn ceremony. The event served as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the Indian armed forces during the war, and a commitment to protect the sovereignty of the nation.
Amid Uproar, Jaishankar Confirms India's Accessibility to Depsang and Demchok Patrolling Points after Disengagement with China The ongoing tension between India and China reached the parliament when Congress MP Manish Tewari questioned the accessibility of Indian patrolling points in Depsang and Demchok after recent disengagement. In response, Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar clarified that after the understanding between the two countries, the Indian forces now have access to all patrolling points, including the historically disputed areas in Depsang. Additionally, Indian troops have reported that Chinese troops have withdrawn from the Depsang area, allowing Indian forces to patrol the Y Junction and Raki Nala as agreed upon in the meeting.
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, India and Bangladesh commemorated the victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971. Officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force paid their respects at the Army Headquarters Eastern Command in Kolkata, along with their counterparts from the Bangladesh Army. To celebrate this joint victory, eight Indian war veterans and two serving officers have arrived in Dhaka while eight Bangladeshi freedom fighters and two serving officers are in Kolkata to participate in the annual exchange of war veterans and attend the Vijay Diwas celebrations.
On December 16, India celebrates Vijay Diwas to honour the 1971 Indo-Pak war and pay tribute to the soldiers who fought for the nation's victory. The conflict was a response to Pakistan's genocide in East Pakistan and saw brave Indian soldiers sacrificing their lives for the cause of independence. With remarkable displays of strength and strategy, India emerged victorious and this day serves as a reminder of the resilience and courage of the Indian armed forces.
Vijay Diwas is an annual celebration commemorating India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which led to the liberation of Bangladesh. The war began on December 3 and ended on December 16, with the surrender of Pakistani General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi to the combined forces of India and Bangladesh's Mukti Bahini. This victory not only established India as a regional power but also resulted in the birth of Bangladesh. As the country celebrates this historic day, the sacrifices and bravery of the Indian armed forces are honored.
A video claiming to show Indian and Chinese armed forces chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ amid the recent disengagement at the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh has been circulating on social media. However, the truth is that the video is not recent and has been on the internet since January 2024. It was originally shared as footage of Indian Army personnel chanting the slogan after the consecration of the idol of Hindu deity Ram at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir. A keyword search led to several news reports from January 2024, clarifying that the video is not recent and its authenticity has not been verified.
In a speech addressing personnel from various branches of the Indian armed forces, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the country's commitment to protecting its borders and the strength of its armed forces. He expressed gratitude towards the army for their sacrifices and outlined plans for modernizing and unifying the three branches of the military. This comes in the wake of recent border tensions and successful disengagement between India and China.
On the occasion of 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas, former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal shared an emotional memory from his visit to the battlezone with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 1999. As they distributed essential supplies to wounded soldiers in the hospital, they encountered a soldier who had lost both hands and legs in a mine blast. The soldier's response, stating that the pain had gone since the Indian forces won back Tiger Hill, moved both leaders and showcased the victorious spirit of the Indian soldiers. This experience remains a profound memory for Dhumal, encapsulating PM Modi's mission of hope, solidarity, and tribute to the Indian armed forces.
On Friday, Rashtrapati Nilayam in Hyderabad celebrated Kargil Vijay Diwas, marking 25 years since India's success in the Kargil War. The event was attended by over 6,800 students, NCC, and NSS cadets, with special guests Major General Akhilesh Kumar and Air Commodore Pankaj Jain, who discussed the resilience demonstrated by the Indian Armed Forces during the war and urged students to consider joining the Armed Forces as a career. The program also included various activities such as a human chain formation, a tribute wall, and a rangoli competition, followed by a screening of a documentary on martyrs.
The Indian Army has clarified that the family of Agniveer Ajay Kumar, who lost his life in the line of duty, has indeed been compensated. This comes after Rahul Gandhi's claim that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lied about the family receiving Rs. 1 crore, which was refuted by the Army and Rajnath Singh's office. The clarification also sheds light on the Agnipath scheme, which aims to bring down the age profile of the armed forces.