India President, PM pay tribute to fallen heroes in 1971 war
International Desk
Indian President Droupadi Murmu led the nation on Saturday (16 December, 2023) in paying tributes to the brave fallen heroes on the occasion of Vijay Diwas which commemorates India’s historic victory in the 1971 war.
Through a post on X, the President said the nation remembers with gratitude the selfless sacrifice and unparalled courage of the Armed Forces personnel which ensured India’s victory.
“The nation remembers with gratitude the selfless sacrifice made by our armed forces during the 1971 war. On Vijay Diwas, I pay homage to the bravehearts who displayed unparalleled courage and achieved historic victory,” she said.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers, remembering their sacrifices and unwavering spirit.
It will forever be etched in the people’s hearts and nation’s history, he said.
Defence Minister of India Rajnath Singh recalled the “indomitable courage and valour” of the Armed Forces personnel, stating that “We are proud of our Armed Forces who have fearlessly protected our country in every circumstance”.
The Defence Minister also laid a wreath and paid homage to the fallen heroes at the National War Memorial in New Delhi to mark the day.
Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar, Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, and Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal AP Singh also paid their homage.
