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The programme reminded participants of the sacrifices made by the Indian Army to ensure the country’s safety.

At the occasion in Secunderabad, a military band, officers and soldiers were present in their full ceremonial uniforms, and paid homage to the soldiers

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.

On the 21st anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas, which marks India's victory over Pakistan in the war, Modi said the country remembers the sacrifice and valour of its soldiers.