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A wreath-laying ceremony was held at Veerula Sainik Smarak in Hyderabad to mark Vijay Diwas, honouring Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 1971 Indo-Pak War. The Governor, Deputy Chief Minister and Army officials paid tributes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the Indian armed forces on Vijay Diwas, recalling their courage and sacrifice in India’s 1971 victory over Pakistan, which culminated in one of the largest military surrenders since World War II.

Sangareddy MLA Chintha Prabhakar said K Chandrashekhar Rao’s fast unto death in 2009 forced the Centre to begin the Telangana formation process. BRS leaders celebrated Vijay Diwas across the erstwhile Medak district with tributes, fruit distribution and annadhana programmes.

At Vijay Diwas celebrations in Hyderabad, MLA Talasani Srinivas Yadav praised BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao as a key force behind the Telangana movement. He recalled major milestones, including the 2009 hunger strike and the long struggle that led to State formation

BRS activists celebrated Vijay Diwas across the erstwhile Karimnagar district with tributes to Telangana martyrs and palabhishekam ceremonies. Party leaders recalled the importance of December 9 in the Telangana movement and the announcement of the separate State process.

BRS leaders marked Vijay Diwas at Telangana Bhavan, praising K. Chandrashekhar Rao as the architect of Telangana and launching a sharp attack on the Congress government. They urged cadre to work for KCR’s return as Chief Minister to “restore the State’s progress”.

KTR has asked BRS leaders and workers to celebrate December 9 as Vijay Diwas, marking the Centre’s 2009 announcement on forming Telangana following KCR’s hunger strike. Programmes will be held at constituency headquarters, including tributes and fruit distribution at key locations.

Every year on December 16, 'Vijay Diwas' (Victory Day) is celebrated to mark the anniversary of India's historic victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war, which led to the liberation of Bangladesh. The wreath-laying ceremony was held to honor India's military achievements, recognize the bravery of its Armed Forces, and pay tribute to the courageous soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

President Murmu, in a message shared on the social media platform X, conveyed profound gratitude to the nation's heroes. She wrote: "On Vijay Diwas, I salute our courageous soldiers who showed unparalleled bravery during the 1971 war, leading India to victory. The nation honors the supreme sacrifices of our bravehearts, whose inspiring stories continue to fill every Indian with pride and remain a lasting source of national glory."

The war serves as a reminder of the importance of robust military preparedness and intelligence gathering

A floral wreath was placed at the 'Victory at Sea' War Memorial by Vice Admiral G Srinivasan, Director General Naval Projects, Visakhapatnam

Vijay Diwas is observed annually to commemorate the victory, with Pakistan's military surrendering to Indian forces.

As we commemorate this occasion, let's take a moment to reflect on the films inspired by the war, including the highly acclaimed 2021 movie 'Shershaah'.

Earlier, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan, Army chief General Manoj Pande, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari and Vice Chief of Indian Navy Vice Admiral SN Ghormade also laid wreaths at the National War Memorial.

The HQ Telangana and Andhra Sub Area is organising a Southern Star Vijay Run to mark victory of Indian Armed Forces in 1971 war.

Hyderabad: As the country celebrates the 50th anniversary of its victory in the Indo-Pak war of December 1971, there is one man, all of 80 years now, here in Hyderabad, who with one single act in that winter of 1971 inspired several more to come out and show their support to the armed forces. Sriramamurthy […]

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.

The inauguration of the Chilahati-Haldibari rail link is expected to enhance connectivity to Assam and West Bengal from Bangladesh.

India celebrates December 16 as Vijay Diwas to commemorate its victory over Pakistan during the 1971 war that led to the creation of Bangladesh.

India celebrates December 16 as Vijay Diwas to commemorate its victory over Pakistan during the 1971 war that led to the creation of Bangladesh.