Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorating victory of Indian Army in Kargil War 1999 was celebrated today at Chhamkot in Karnah by locals and Shakti Vijay Brigade of Indian Army. 26 July marks the 23rd anniversary of the victory of Indian Army on the icy heights of Kargil.
The event started with the Wreath Laying Ceremony at Chhamkot War Memorial followed by stellar musical performance by Shining Karnah Band, musical and dance performances by school children of Army Goodwill School , Hajinar and Tithwal and musical play by Pahari Group .
After the events, the participants were felicitated. Speaking on the occasion , Brig SP Consul , Commander Shakti Vijay Brigade paid homage to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to achieve total victory over Pakistan in the war.
He dwelled on the stronger bonding and co-operation between the Indian Army and Karnahites. He further exorted the locals for greater participation in nation building. Thereafter, refreshments were organized for all on the occasion.After the events, the participants were felicitated. Speaking on the occasion , Brig SP Consul , Commander Shakti Vijay Brigade paid homage to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to achieve total victory over Pakistan in the war.
He dwelled on the stronger bonding and co-operation between the Indian Army and Karnahites. He further exorted the locals for greater participation in nation building. Thereafter, refreshments were organized for all on the occasion.