KARGIL VIJAY DIWAS
The Kargil war was a three-month long skirmish between India and Pakistan.
It commenced by 1999, when approximately 1500 Pakistani soldiers intruded into the Indian territory in Kargil, Jammu and Kashmir with the aim of severing link between Kashmir and Ladakh.
In a systematically planned and methodically executed operation, the dominating peaks occupied by the enemy were attacked and re-captured.
The operation was a unique display of bravery, resolve and commitment under inhospitable conditions of terrain and weather.
By July 20th, the Indian forces managed to recapture Kargil Heights. During the operation a large number of Indian soldiers made the supreme sacrifice and were awarded 4 Param Vir Chakra, 10 Maha Vir Chakra, and 70 Vir Chakra among others for gallantry.