Curfew relaxed in Leh for 7 hours; situation remains tense over firing deaths
The easing of restrictions allowed markets to reopen gradually, offering relief to residents who had been under week-long curbs.
The easing of restrictions allowed markets to reopen gradually, offering relief to residents who had been under week-long curbs.
As India marks 26 years of its triumph in the Kargil War, the time is ripe to look beyond the symbolism of the conflict and examine a disturbing strategic reality ~ Pakistan has systematically weaponised ceasefire agreements not to seek peace, but to perpetuate conflict.
Led by Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya, the padyatra will also witness the participation of Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, alongside over 1,000 youth, veterans, armed forces personnel, families of martyrs, and civil society members.
“26 years of #Kargil - During the Kargil conflict in May 1999, the Indian Army commenced Operation Vijay to push back the Pakistani incursion in the Kargil region. This involved recapturing key peaks and ridges.
On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, a wreath-laying ceremony was held at Vijay Smarak, Fort William, Kolkata, to honour the courageous soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives during the Kargil War.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the world recognized the indomitable valour and courage of Indian soldiers during the Kargil War.
"They will continue to inspire and motivate future generations of not only soldiers but also the youth of the nation," he said.
Team DESH, a non-profit dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces commemorated the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas with an event.
In 1999, the Indian Army defeated and chased away Pakistani forces that had crossed the Line of Control (LOC) and taken up positions in Kargil.
The event, conducted under the theme, ‘Honour Run’, was aimed at strengthening the bond between the Indian Army, veterans and the masses, especially the youth.
