Archive · 17 Dec 2025
Army Honors 1971 War Heroes on Vijay Diwas
On Vijay Diwas, Indian Army leaders honored the brave soldiers who fought in the 1971 war with Pakistan.
They laid wreaths at memorials in Leh, Srinagar, and Pune to remember those who sacrificed their lives.
The Army Commander and other officials also talked to veterans and their families, thanking them for their courage and service.
There was a bicycle rally where young people participated to celebrate the occasion.
This day is special because it reminds everyone of the bravery and sacrifices made by the soldiers for the country.
A solemn silence was observed as a mark of collective remembrance and gratitude to the martyrs of the 1971 War.
Lt General Pratik Sharma, Army Commander of Northern Command, laid a wreath to honor 1971 war soldiers.
The Fire and Fury Corps in Leh commemorated Vijay Diwas with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Hall of Fame Memorial.
Lt General Hitesh Bhalla, GOC Fire and Fury Corps, interacted with veterans and their families.
The Chinar Corps commander in Srinagar laid a wreath at the Chinar War Memorial.
A bicycle rally was organized, and the youth participants were felicitated by the GOC.
- Who
- Indian Army officials and veterans
- What
- Commemorative events for Vijay Diwas
- When
- Not specified (Vijay Diwas)
- Where
- Leh (Ladakh), Srinagar, Pune
- Why
- To honor the soldiers of the 1971 Indo-Pak war
- Event
- Vijay Diwas
- Date
- Not specified
- Locations
- Leh (Ladakh), Srinagar, Pune
- Key Figures
- Lt General Pratik Sharma, Lt General Hitesh Bhalla, Chinar Corps commander, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth
- Activities
- Wreath laying, interaction with veterans, bicycle rally, solemn silence
Sources
Northern Army Commander lays commemorative wreath to pay homage to gallant soldiers of 1971 Indo-Pak war
Indo-Bangla officers' solidarity at 54th Vijay Diwas ceremony in Fort William - Telegraph India
Vijay Diwas 2025: Southern Command Honours Martyrs Of 1971 Indo-Pak War In Pune
War heroes honoured on Vijay Diwas at Veerula Sainik Smarak
