Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated on July 26 every year to commemorate the victory of the Indian armed forces in the Kargil War against Pakistan in 1999.
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The day honors the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in the Kargil War.
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The Kargil War lasted from May to July 1999, and it started when Pakistani troops intruded into Indian territory in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir (now in Ladakh UT).
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Indian Army launched "Operation Vijay" on May 3, 1999, to recapture the Indian territory occupied by Pakistani infiltrators along the Line of Control (LoC).
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The Indian Air Force supported the Indian Army with an airstrike under "Operation Safed Sagar" on May 26, 1999.
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On July 26, 1999, Indian Army declared the operation a success after recapturing all military posts in Kargil taken over by Pakistani infiltrators.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas is significant as it pays tribute to the bravery and valor of the Indian armed forces.
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Across the country, events, parades, and ceremonies are organized to honor the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country.
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The main ceremony is held at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass, Ladakh, and this year, it includes a two-day celebration from July 25 to 26.
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To celebrate the silver jubilee of Kargil Vijay Diwas next year, the Central government has planned a year-long program. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will attend the event as the chief guest on July 26.