On Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Congress paid heartfelt tributes to the soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War, celebrating their courage and sacrifice. The party lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their historic victory in the high-altitude conflict in Ladakh.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, in a post on X, expressed, “We extend heartfelt greetings to our brave soldiers, ex-servicemen, and their families. We salute the supreme sacrifice of our martyrs who defended our motherland with unflinching courage.” He added, “Their valour will inspire generations. Jai Hind!”

Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, echoed, “I salute the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. India will always be indebted to them and their families. Jai Hind!”

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AICC General Secretary K C Venugopal remarked, “We remember the heroic sacrifices of our jawans during the Kargil War. Their bravery will never be forgotten.”

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also paid homage, stating, “Our soldiers faced immense challenges and risked everything to protect the country. Salute to the brave martyrs! Jai Hind!”

Kargil Vijay Diwas, observed annually on July 26, marks the success of Operation Vijay, which concluded on this day in 1999 after nearly three months of intense battles, securing India’s victory over Pakistani forces in Kargil.

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