Tomorrow, Friday (26 July) is the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas. On this occasion, a silver jubilee program is being organized in Drass of Kargil district. Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, former Army Chief General VP Malik also participated in a program held on the eve of Kargil Diwas.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has conveyed his felicitations and wishes to all Ranks of the Armed Forces on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War.
In his message, CDS underscored that the supreme sacrifices made by the Bravehearts in Kargil War, will not go in vain. “It will continue to inspire and motivate future generations of not only soldiers but also the youth of the nation,” he said.
Highlighting the uniqueness of the Kargil War, CDS said, there were lessons in the war not only for the military but for all those who deal with national security. He stressed that the lessons learnt by shedding blood must not be forgotten, the mistakes must not be repeated and the right lessons must be reinforced.
Regarding the ongoing reforms in the Armed Forces, Gen Anil Chauhan underlined that the Tri-services are on the threshold of a major reform, that range from organizational, structural, conceptual to cultural.
On the occasion, CDS assured the citizens that the Armed Forces remain enthusiastic with new energy as the nation steps into the Amritkaal and are determined to march in step with the rest of the country to make India a ‘Viksit Bharat’.
PM Modi to visit Kargil, will also carry out first blast of Shinkun La Tunnel Project
On the occasion of the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas on 26th July 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Kargil War Memorial at around 9:20 AM and pay homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Prime Minister will also carry out the first blast of the Shinkun La Tunnel Project, virtually.
Shinkun La Tunnel Project consists of a 4.1 km long Twin-Tube tunnel which will be constructed at an altitude of around 15,800 feet on the Nimu – Padum – Darcha Road to provide all weather connectivity to Leh. Once completed, it will be the highest tunnel in the world. Shinkun La tunnel will not only ensure swift and efficient movement of armed forces and equipment but also foster economic and social development in Ladakh.
Nadda takes part in torch rally
BJP National President J P Nadda inaugurated the exhibition organised in Delhi on the eve of Kargil Vijay Diwas and participated in the torch rally.
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