Kargil War

September 16, 2024 5:06 PM

Former Army Chief Gen VK Singh flags off Mumbai Kargil Soldierathon 2024

Former Army Chief and Union Minister General VK Singh launched the Mumbai Kargil Soldierathon 2024 on Sunday morning at Military Station Colaba, marking the 25th anniversary of India's victory in the Kargil War. The event, organized by Fitistan-Ek Fit Bharat in collaboration with Headquarters MG & G Area, aims to pay tribute to the sacrifice and valor of Kargil War heroes. Gen. Singh emphasized the importance of showing support for soldiers, saying, "This event is in support of the Kargil V...

Kargil Vijay Diwas: IAF’s female Agniveers conduct drill at India Gate

The Indian Air Force (IAF) marked the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas with a special inaugural performance by its Agniveervayu Women's drill team at India Gate on Friday. The event, featuring 29 female Agniveers, was organized to commemorate the 'Rajat Jayanti Vijay Diwas' and honor the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Kargil War. Priyanka Sara, an Agniveervayu from Jaipur, said "I am the first woman in my entire family to join the armed forces," she said, expressing her passion for the I...