Celebs commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas on social media

The bravehearts of the Indian Army, aided by the Indian Air Force, had given a crushing defeat to Pakistan in Kargil, on this day, 22 years ago.

Kargil Vijay Diwas, celebrated on July 26 annually, marks a commemoration of the sacrifices made by the Indian soldiers during the Kargil War with Pakistan in the year 1999. The bravehearts of the Indian Army, aided by the Indian Air Force, had given a crushing defeat to Pakistan in Kargil, on this day, 22 years ago.

The 60-day-long Kargil War took place from May 3 to July 26, 1999, after some Pakistani troops were detected on top of the Kargil ridges.

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Marking this day, several celebrities also took to their social media accounts to look back at the historic war and to commemorate the brave souls.

Akshay Kumar being one of the first ones to post for the bravehearts, says ‘Aap hain toh hum hain’ in his tweet. “Remembering our bravehearts who fought valiantly and sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. My salute to our heroes, aap hain toh hum hain(sic),” he tweets.

Remembering our bravehearts who fought valiantly and sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. My salute to our heroes, aap hain toh hum hain 🙏🏻 #KargilVijayDiwas

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) July 26, 2021

Joining the club, several other celebrities post on their social media accounts commemorating the day. Have a look at what they say:

Anushka Sharma took it to her Instagram Stories and wrote: “Remembering our brave soldiers and a big salute to their valour and grit! Your sacrifices will never be forgotten. Jai Hind.”

Salute to all the brave soldiers of the Indian armed forces who laid down their lives flighting for our nation
Jai Hind 🇮🇳#KargilVijayDiwas

— Rakul Singh (@Rakulpreet) July 26, 2021

On this Kargil Vijay Diwas, let us not only remember our country’s remarkable victory but also pay homage to the valiant soldiers of our Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives in defence of our nation.#KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/Jb6MZpew5G

— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) July 26, 2021

With respect and gratitude to the Indian Army and in remembrance of our brave soldiers and fallen heroes. Your courage, dedication and sacrifice accomplished the impossible. #KargilVijayDiwas 🙏🏽

— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) July 26, 2021

. A mother, sister, father, brother, and friend lost someone close to their hearts. My tributes to the great martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the motherland and salute to all the soldiers. Aap hain, isliye hum hain. #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/BnYV6VVbSW

— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 26, 2021

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