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The Indian Air Force’s Mirage 2000 jets, equipped with precision laser-guided bombs, along with MiG-21s and MiG-27s, delivered a decisive blow to Pakistani positions during the 1999 Kargil War under Operation Safed Sagar.

A 1,900-km motorcycle expedition by serving defence personnel and veterans concluded at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras on Kargil Vijay Diwas, honouring the soldiers of Operation Vijay and paying tribute to the sacrifices made during the 1999 conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, paid tribute to Kargil heroes while highlighting India's progress in defence production, indigenous technology, space exploration, water conservation, sports, education and handloom promotion, stressing the country's growing global stature and self-reliance

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India would hold no talks with Pakistan except on Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, accusing Islamabad of institutionalising terrorism. Speaking on Kargil Vijay Diwas, he said Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's resolve and capability to respond decisively to terror threats

Singer K S Chitra, actress Khushbu and actor Unni Mukundan paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the 1999 Kargil War. They honoured the courage, patriotism and sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces on Kargil Vijay Diwas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, paid tribute to Kargil heroes while highlighting India's advances in defence production, space technology, indigenous innovation, water conservation, sports achievements and handloom promotion, stressing the country's growing self-reliance and global standing

Marking Kargil Vijay Diwas, the family of martyr Avnish Yadav said several government promises, including a memorial statue and institutions named after him, remain unfulfilled 26 years after his sacrifice, though officials have assured they will examine the pending commitments

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is emerging as a trusted global defence partner while highlighting growth in defence production, exports and innovation. During Mann Ki Baat, he paid tribute to Kargil War heroes and praised recent achievements in missiles and space technology

Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth paid tribute to Kargil War heroes on the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas, honouring their courage and sacrifice. India commemorates the 1999 victory, remembering Operation Vijay and the armed forces' role in defending national sovereignty

LULU Mall commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas with an Amar Jawan tribute and a defence exhibition, offering students of Mount Litera Zee School, Kukatpally, an opportunity to learn about India's military history and honour the sacrifices of the armed forces

The Lok Sabha paid homage to the martyrs of the Kargil War by observing a one-minute silence ahead of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Proceedings were later disrupted by Opposition protests for the fifth straight day, forcing Speaker Om Birla to adjourn the House till noon.

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said Operation Sindoor was India’s decisive response to Pakistan-backed terror, eliminating nine high-value targets with zero collateral damage. He asserted that India’s new normal is delivering strong retaliation against any threat to its sovereignty

The Telangana & Andhra Sub Area (TASA) organised a solemn wreath-laying ceremony in Hyderabad on Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, along with tri-services representatives, paid homage to the soldiers who laid down their lives for India’s sovereignty.

Sidharth Malhotra marked Kargil Vijay Diwas by sharing a picture of Captain Vikram Batra and saluting the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War. The actor, who portrayed Batra in Shershaah, wrote a heartfelt message honoring their sacrifice.

President Droupadi Murmu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge paid tributes on Kargil Vijay Diwas, honouring soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War. Commemorative events were held nationwide to mark India’s victory over Pakistani forces in Ladakh.

The Kargil War was a turning point in India’s military history and forced the govt to strategise its warcraft but even after over two decades, several reforms are yet to be ushered in

As a part of commemorating the day, Lulu Hyderabad organized three-day long arms and ammunition exhibition, from July 26 to 28, for school students and the general public presented by the Indian Army in the Lulu Atrium.

On July 26, 1999, India regained control of high outposts lost to Pakistani intruders, and Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated annually on this date to honor the heroes of the Kargil War.

Says Pakistan trying to stay relevant through terror, proxy war but facing defeat

To commemorate the silver jubilee of the victory in the 1999 Kargil war, the Indian Air Force is celebrating 'Kargil Vijay Diwas Rajat Jayanti' at Air Force Station Sarsawa from July 12-26.