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Kargil Vijay Diwas
(From L to R) Droupadi Murmu and Narendra Modi. Photo: President of India/X & PIB

President Murmu, PM Modi pay tributes to martyrs' on Kargil Vijay Diwas

| @indiablooms | Jul 26, 2025, at 11:52 am

New Delhi/IBNS: President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to the martyrs on the occasion of the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas.

President Murmu wrote on X, "On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay my heartfelt tribute to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the motherland. This day symbolizes the extraordinary valor, courage, and steadfast determination of our jawans. Their dedication and supreme sacrifice for the nation will forever inspire its citizens. Jai Hind! Jai Bharat!"

Prime Minister Modi wrote, "Heartfelt greetings to the countrymen on Kargil Vijay Diwas. This occasion reminds us of the unparalleled courage and valor of those brave sons of Mother India who dedicated their lives to protect the nation's pride. Their passion to sacrifice everything for the motherland will continue to inspire every generation. Jai Hind!"

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh posted on X, "On Kargil Vijay Diwas, I pay heartfelt tributes to our bravehearts who displayed extraordinary courage, grit and determination in defending our nation's honour in the toughest of terrains. Their supreme sacrifice during Kargil war is a timeless reminder of the unwavering resolve of our Armed Forces. India shall remain forever indebted to their service."

India observes Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26.

On this day, 26 July 1999, India successfully took command of the high outposts which had been lost to Pakistani intruders.

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