The commemoration ceremony of the 75th anniversary of Yom-e-Fateh, Liberation of Kargil from Pakistani intruders on 23 Nov 1948 was held at Khree Sultan Cho Sports Stadium, Kargil on November 23.

The event was organised by Forever in the Operations Division of the Indian Army in collaboration with LAHDC, Kargil, District Administration, and Kargil Police.

The dignitaries paid tributes to the soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation by laying wreaths at the Kargil War Memorial at Helipad Kargil. 

Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon salute at an impressive march past presented by Ladakh Police, NCC cadets, students of Harka Bahadur, Mutahary Public School Kurbathang, Govt. Boys High School Baroo, Govt. High School Baroo, students of SAI, and others.

Different tribes of Purgi, Shina, Balti, and Dardi presented cultural dances. Guljabeen Fatima, a local rapper from Kargil presented her rap song on Indian Army and dedicated it to the Jawans serving on the borders. Hundreds of locals and army personnel participated in the program.  Weapons and equipment were on display and a medical camp was established.

CEC paid heartfelt tribute to the valiant soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. He also extended sincere congratulations to the commendable Army Officers and soldiers on Youm-e-Fateh for their dedicated service.

He said that the Indian Army has not only safeguarded the borders of Kargil but has also played a pivotal role in advancing education, healthcare, and disaster management initiatives in the region.

He remarked that the event served not only as a tribute to history but also as a platform fostering a spirit of national building. This resonated with the resilient character that defines the community of Kargil.

He conveyed that the Army has been actively involved in training the youth, preparing them to participate in the Army and other recruitment processes throughout the Ladakh region. The CEC assured full cooperation and coordination with the Indian Army for addressing any kind of issue.

The event featured captivating presentations of patriotic songs that enthralled the audience. One of the major highlights of the day was the Khukri Dance performed by units of the Indian Army, symbolizing the formidable advance of The First Battalion of The Fifth Gorkha Rifles (1/5 GR).

The Liberation of Kargil has brought tremendous improvements to the region in the past 75 years. The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, the Kargil district administration, and the Indian Army have joined hands to bring out synergized and coordinated development that has met the aspirations of the local population.