Rajya Sabha pays homage to soldiers killed in Kargil conflict

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, July 26

On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas on Monday, Rajya Sabha paid homage to soldiers who lost their lives in the conflict that took place between India and Pakistan in the icy heights of the Himalayas in 1999.

“The display of exemplary courage, selfless dedication and unflinching determination towards the goal of the mission by our soldiers in treacherous terrain in inclement weather will remain etched in our memory forever. The saga of their unparalleled valour and gallantry will continue to inspire generations after generations to dedicate themselves to the cause of the nation. Today, on behalf of the whole House and on my own behalf I pay glowing tributes to the indomitable spirit and supreme sacrifice of our brave soldiers who went above and beyond their call of duty to protect our motherland and secure our lives,” Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu said reading out from a written statement.

The House then observed silence in memory of the soldiers who died.

The House also complimented weightlifter Mirabai Chanu for wining a silver in the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. Naidu said she had made all Indians proud.