Kargil Vijay Diwas: On the occasion of 25th anniversary of Kargil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ladakh to pay tributes to men who made supreme sacrifices for the country in line of duty.
The prime minister will visit the Kargil War Memorial on Friday morning to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Kargil war. The arrangements are in full accordance with security purposes at the Kargil War Memorial at Dras, ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit.
After his visit to Kargil War Memorial, PM Modi will also carry out the first blast at the Shinkun La Tunnel Project in Ladakh virtually.
The Shinkun La Tunnel Project consists of a 4.1 km long Twin-Tube tunnel which will be constructed at an altitude of around 15,800 feet on the Nimu – Padum – Darcha Road to provide all-weather connectivity to Leh, said an official release. Once completed, it will be the highest tunnel in the world. Shinkun La tunnel will not only ensure swift and efficient movement of the country’s armed forces and equipment but also foster economic and social development in Ladakh.
Leaders Pay Tribute On Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024
Leaders like President Droupadi Murmu and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh offered their tribute to the fallen soldiers of Kargil War on the occassion of the 25th Vijay Diwas.
Ministry of Defence, Rajnath Singh wrote on X, “Today, on 25th anniversary of #KargilVijayDiwas, we remember the indomitable spirit and courage of the brave soldiers who fought valiantly in 1999 war. Their unwavering commitment, valour and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe and secure. Their service and sacrifice will continue to inspire every Indian and our coming generations”.
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