Highlights 1 Nation pays tribute to Kargil war heroes on the 18th Vijay Diwas. "Kargil Vijay Diwas reminds us of India's military prowess & the great sacrifices our armed forces make while steadfastly keeping India safe," the Prime Minister tweeted. Kargil Vijay Diwas reminds us of India’s military prowess & the great sacrifices our armed forces make while steadfastly keeping India safe. The wreath laying ceremony is underway at the Kargil War Memorial in Jammu and Kashmir's Dras sector. Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated all over India on July 26 every year to commemorate the emphatic victory in the Kargil War against Pakistan and honour the war heroes.

Source: India Today July 26, 2017 03:04 UTC