New Delhi || 16-12-2024
President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in paying homage to the valiant soldiers of the 1971 war on the occasion of Vijay Diwas, which is celebrated on 16th December every year to commemorate India’s historic victory over Pakistan.
In a post on X, the President stated that the grateful nation remembers the ultimate sacrifice of the brave hearts whose stories inspire every Indian, and remain a source of national pride.
On Vijay Diwas, I pay homage to our valiant soldiers who displayed indomitable courage during the 1971 war, securing victory for India. A grateful nation remembers the ultimate sacrifice of our bravehearts whose stories inspire every Indian and shall remain a source of national…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 16, 2024
Honouring the unmatched gallantry of the Armed Forces, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also described the heroic valour and selfless sacrifice of the soldiers as a source of inspiration for every Indian, adding that the country will forever remain indebted to their service.On Vijay Diwas, we pay homage to the martyrs of the 1971 war and honour the unmatched gallantry of our armed forces. #VijayDiwas
In his post X he wrote:
On Vijay Diwas, we pay homage to the martyrs of the 1971 war and honour the unmatched gallantry of our armed forces.
Their heroic valour and selfless sacrifices, which led to a historic triumph, continue to inspire every Indian. We remain forever indebted to their service to…
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) December 16, 2024
Saluting the bravery and sacrifice of the Armed Forces, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the courage and patriotism of the soldiers ensured that the country remained safe. India will never forget their sacrifice and service, he said. DM Singh shared in his post X:
Today, on the special occasion of Vijay Diwas, the nation salutes the bravery and sacrifice of India’s armed forces. Their unwavering courage and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe. India will never forget their sacrifice and service.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 16, 2024
