On the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday paid heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while defending the nation’s sovereignty, asserting that their unmatched valour, courage and selfless service would continue to inspire generations. The Chief Minister laid a wreath at the War Memorial, paid floral tributes to the Kargil War heroes, interacted with the families of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice and ex-servicemen, distributed five two-wheelers to differently abled ex-servicemen, and encouraged NCC (National Cadet Corps) cadets as well as cadets of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute and Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, Mohali, to join the armed forces.
The Chief Minister reaffirmed the Punjab Government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of the families of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice while protecting the nation and ex-servicemen.
Sharing a snippet from this auspicious occasion, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated on X: “On the occasion of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas today, I pay my heartfelt tributes to the 527 brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice to safeguard the unity, integrity, and honour of our nation. Among them were 65 courageous sons of Punjab, whose sacrifice fills every Punjabi with immense pride.
“Soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice do not belong to just one family; they are the nation’s greatest treasure. The freedom and security we enjoy today are the result of the unparalleled sacrifices made by our brave soldiers. Remembering their sacrifice and honouring their legacy is the truest tribute we can pay to them. Jai Hind,” the post concluded.
Addressing the gathering, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers will continue to inspire generations of youth to serve the nation with patriotism, dedication and selflessness. During the Kargil War, 527 soldiers laid down their lives in the service of the nation, including more than 65 brave sons of Punjab. Their courage and sacrifice will always remain a source of pride and inspiration for every Indian.”