By Press Information Bureau
NEW DELHI:The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has bowed to every valiant soldier who fought for India, on Kargil Vijay Diwas.
“On Kargil Vijay Diwas I bow to every valiant soldier who fought for India till the very last breath. Their heroic sacrifices inspire us.
India will never forget the fearlessness with which our courageous soldiers gave a befitting & unforgettable reply to the intruders.
We recall with pride, the firmness demonstrated by India’s political leadership in 1999, which ensured a decisive victory in Kargil,” the Prime Minister said.
The Union Minister for Defence, Manohar Parrikar along with the three Service Chiefs: General Dalbir Singh, Admiral Sunil Lanba and Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha paid homage to the martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, on the on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, in New Delhi.