Kargil Vijay Diwas exhibition opens at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya; AI Holobox of Atal Bihari Vajpayee inaugurated

To commemoration Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya on Sunday started a special exhibition to pay tribute to the valour, courage, and supreme sacrifice of the Indian Armed Forces during the Kargil War in 1999.

The exhibition highlights the decisive leadership of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee during one of the most significant chapters in India’s military history, read a statement.

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During the exhibition, visitors get the opportunity to experience a curated display of microfilms, archival videos, photographs and personal letters of bravehearts, related to the Kargil War in the Freedom and Unity Gallery, Block II. This offers them significant insights into the conflict and the extraordinary bravery displayed by Indian soldiers.

To complement the exhibition, the Sangrahalaya also inaugurated the AI Holobox of Vajpayee in the Anubhuti Zone.

“This immersive, technology-driven installation provides visitors with a nuanced, interactive encounter with Vajpayee’s life, leadership and enduring contributions to the nation,” read the statement.

The guests of honour for the event were Ranjan Bhattacharya and Namita Bhattacharya, members of Vajpayee’s family.

Attendees get to witness a guided walkthrough of the Kargil Vijay Diwas exhibition in the Freedom and Unity Gallery, followed by the formal unveiling of the AI Holobox in the Anubhuti Zone.

The statement added, “Through this commemorative initiative, Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya seeks to honour the unwavering courage and sacrifice of India’s armed forces while inspiring visitors, especially young learners, to appreciate the values of patriotism, national service, leadership and India’s journey as a strong and resilient nation.”