Kargil Vijay Diwas: 10 Heroes Whose Valour India Honors

Kargil Vijay Diwas: 10 Heroes Whose Valour India Honors by priyanka roshan | july 25, 2024

[{"selector":"#anim-a17702da-e0cc-4f17-9d74-ae3df7335e81 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] The 1999 Kargil War is a key chapter in India's military history. On July 26, Kargil Vijay Diwas, we honor the heroes whose courage continues to inspire the nation. Here are 10 Kargil heroes whose valor India will forever honor: (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-ddaefd20-7ef1-41d7-a65b-bfc33dd1bfd4 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Captain Vikram Batra Known as "Sher Shah," Captain Vikram Batra led the charge in capturing Point 4875, displaying unmatched bravery and sacrificing his life. He was awarded the Param Vir Chakra. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-a847b048-ce8d-4dac-8355-3e355f0cef20 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Grenadier Yogendra Singh Yadav Known as the Tiger of Tiger Hill, he played a crucial role in conquering Tiger Hill despite being hit by 17 enemy bullets. He was awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his courage. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-0e300a75-e153-4a79-8a38-cd8930898d97 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Rifleman Sanjay Kumar As part of the 13th Battalion, Jammu & Kashmir Rifles, he was instrumental in capturing Point 4875. He was awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-acdb112b-5e72-41cf-85bd-9650c2d87be7 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Major Rajesh Singh Adhikari Major Rajesh Singh Adhikari was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra for his bravery during the Kargil War. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-15e9d387-e0a4-4b42-ac65-ddda629decdf [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Captain Anuj Nayyar Captain Anuj Nayyar’s bravery in Tololing and Point 4875 earned him the Param Vir Chakra posthumously. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-ab9df052-a6eb-4478-867b-4d87846342d7 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Lieutenant Manoj Kumar Pandey Lieutenant Manoj Kumar Pandey’s leadership in capturing Jubar Top was vital. He was awarded the Param Vir Chakra. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-2dae8f9c-aeb2-4b78-ac42-52140b2f4438 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Naik Digendra Kumar Naik Digendra Kumar’s gallantry in securing Point 4590 at Tololing Hill earned him the Mahavir Chakra. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-055ba863-d768-44a6-a97c-0714004fac02 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Captain Haneef Uddin During the Kargil War, he displayed commendable courage and leadership, earning the Vir Chakra posthumously. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-8248f6a6-7c7a-43a1-acf0-6f59a3ebd40c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Major Vivek Gupta Major Vivek Gupta’s efforts in recapturing Point 4590 at Tololing Peak earned him the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)

[{"selector":"#anim-04ecda23-4579-464a-a25b-7ba534aa51f3 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Colonel Sonam Wangchuk Colonel Sonam Wangchuk led the first successful operation of the Kargil War in Chorbat La, earning the Maha Vir Chakra. (Image: gallantryawards.gov.in)