Army celebrates Vijay Diwas at Leh

By Reach Ladakh Correspondent Leh, Dec 16, 2024
Leh :

The Indian Army commemorated Vijay Diwas with a solemn ceremony at the Hall of Fame, Leh, to honor the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

Major General Dinesh Kumar Singh, Sena Medal, Chief of Staff, Fire and Fury Corps, led the tribute by laying a wreath. The ceremony was attended by military officers, Junior Commissioned Officers, and Other Ranks of the Fire and Fury Corps, along with personnel from the Air Force Station, Leh, and other units stationed in Leh.

Vijay Diwas is observed annually to commemorate the decisive victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak War, which resulted in the liberation of Bangladesh. The occasion serves as a reminder of the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication of the armed forces in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty.

The event concluded with a collective resolve to uphold the legacy of the war heroes and a commitment to continuing the defense of the nation’s integrity.