Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Army Honors Kargil Heroes on 27th Anniversary
The Indian Army celebrated the 27th anniversary of the Kargil War with several events in Dras, Ladakh.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other high-ranking officials attended.
The events included a Shaurya Sandhya ceremony at the Kargil War Memorial, a Yudh Sansmaran video presentation, a cultural showcase called Gauravmaya Sanskriti, and a grand banquet.
These events honored the soldiers who fought and died in the Kargil War, highlighting their bravery and sacrifice.
The celebration also included a motorcycle rally from New Delhi to Dras, symbolizing the nation's gratitude to its brave soldiers.
The Indian Army hosted multiple events to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Kargil War.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other high-ranking officials attended the ceremonies.
Events included Shaurya Sandhya, Yudh Sansmaran, Gauravmaya Sanskriti, and Vijay Bhoj.
The celebrations honored the soldiers who fought and died in the Kargil War.
A motorcycle rally from New Delhi to Dras symbolized the nation's gratitude to its brave soldiers.
- Who
- Indian Army, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Ladakh LG V K Saxena, Kargil War veterans, families of fallen soldiers
- What
- 27th anniversary of Operation Vijay, commemorating the Kargil War
- When
- July 25-26, 2024
- Where
- Dras, Ladakh
- Why
- To honor the soldiers who fought and died in the Kargil War, celebrating their bravery and sacrifice
Patriotic Celebration
Historical Reflection
Event Purpose
Patriotic Celebration
A celebration of patriotism and national pride.
Historical Reflection
A solemn reflection on the sacrifices made during the Kargil War.
Public Participation
Patriotic Celebration
Encourages public involvement through events like candle lighting and cultural performances.
Historical Reflection
Focuses on honoring the fallen soldiers and their families.
- Event Date
- July 25-26, 2024
- Location
- Dras, Ladakh
- Key Attendees
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Ladakh LG V K Saxena
- Significant Events
- Shaurya Sandhya, Yudh Sansmaran, Gauravmaya Sanskriti, Vijay Bhoj
- Operation Vijay
- July 26, 1999
- Kargil War Duration
- Nearly three months