On July 26, 2025, India pays homage to the heroes of Operation Vijay, commemorating the victory over Pakistan that concluded the 1999 Kargil war. The 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas saw the nation’s highest leaders honor the supreme sacrifices made by soldiers on the icy heights of Ladakh.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes - Murmu expressing reverence for the fallen soldiers, while Modi laid a floral wreath at the Dras War Memorial in Ladakh, accompanied by senior military leadership.

Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed on social media that the victory of Operation Vijay, lasting nearly three months, was emblematic of India’s strategic restraint and strength. He warned adversaries against proxy war efforts and reaffirmed that India’s armed forces would decisively oppose terrorism.

This year’s commemoration also highlighted recent military achievements, such as the proactive posture during Operation Sindoor, connecting past heroism with continued vigilance.

Across the country, events in schools, colleges, and public forums reflected on the enduring legacy of courage, patriotism, and unity that defines this solemn day each year.