Mann pays tributes to war heroes on Kargil Vijay Diwas

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday paid tributes to the soldiers who died fighting for the country during the Kargil War by laying a wreath at the Chandigarh War Memorial.

Recalling the 1999 War, the Chief Minister said the entire nation had come together in unity with a deep sense of patriotism during that time. He said that Kargil Vijay Diwas symbolises the extraordinary bravery of India’s armed forces and it was a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that soldiers displayed unparalleled courage, heroism and sacrifice during hostile circumstances.

He said despite immense challenges, the Army gave a crushing defeat to the Pakistani intruders in the areas of Kargil, Dras and Batalik, and the exemplary bravery displayed by soldiers has no parallel in world history. He said these heroic deeds continue to inspire our youth to join the armed forces and serve the motherland.

Mann said the country would forever remain indebted to its brave sons who guard the borders under extreme conditions. As a mark of respect for the exemplary contribution of soldiers, the state government provides financial assistance of Rs 1 crore to the family of any soldier who dies in the line of duty.

Mann also interacted with NCC cadets and cadets of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute and Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, Mohali.