Vijay Diwas: President leads the nation in paying tributes to the bravehearts who ensured India’s historic victory in 1971 war

The nation is celebrating Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, commemorating India's historic victory in the 1971 war. Through a post on X, President Smt Droupadi Murmu paid glowing tributes to the bravehearts, whose valour, devotion & patriotism have always brought glory to the nation, and will continue to inspire every citizen. The President added that the 'Empowerment through Indigenisation' initiative of the Indian Armed Forces reflects their commitment towards being prepared for future challenges. "During Operation Sindoor, our Armed Forces demonstrated self-reliance, strategic resolve, and the effective use of modern warfare techniques, which serves as an inspiration to the entire nation," she said.

विजय दिवस के अवसर पर मैं भारत माता के वीर सपूतों को सादर नमन करती हूं। उनके साहस, पराक्रम और मातृभूमि के लिए अनन्य निष्ठा ने राष्ट्र को सदा गौरवान्वित किया है। उनकी वीरता और राष्ट्रप्रेम देशवासियों को प्रेरित करते रहेंगे। भारतीय सेना की 'स्वदेशीकरण से सशक्तिकरण' की पहल भविष्य की…

To mark the day, the President inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Gallery displays portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardees. The aim is to educate visitors about the national heroes who displayed an unconquerable spirit in defending the nation.

The President also felicitated PVC awardees and Next-of-Kin on the occasion. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, and other dignitaries were present.

On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP… pic.twitter.com/S9KsyV5fsy

Vice-President Shri CP Radhakrishnan also paid homage to the brave heroes through a post on X, and said that the 1971 war reaffirmed India's commitment to justice & freedom and showcased the unmatched professionalism of the three Services.

On 16 December 1971, the valour of our Armed Forces led to a decisive victory against Pakistan, resulting in the birth of independent Bangladesh and reshaping the region's geopolitical landscape.

This war reaffirmed India's commitment to justice and freedom and showcased the…

Remembering the brave soldiers whose courage and sacrifice ensured India's historic victory in 1971, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said: "Their steadfast resolve and selfless service protected our nation and etched a moment of pride in our history. This day stands as a salute to their valour and a reminder of their unmatched spirit. Their heroism continues to inspire generations of Indians."

On Vijay Diwas, we remember the brave soldiers whose courage and sacrifice ensured India had a historic victory in 1971. Their steadfast resolve and selfless service protected our nation and etched a moment of pride in our history. This day stands as a salute to their valour and…

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi, and paid homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.

"The nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces who delivered the decisive victory of 1971. The Army, Navy and Air Force operated in flawless coordination, reshaping history and asserting India's strategic resolve. Their valour, discipline and combat spirit continue to inspire generations and strengthen our national will," said Shri Rajnath Singh on X.

On Vijay Diwas, the nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces who delivered the decisive victory of 1971. The Army, Navy and Air Force operated in flawless coordination, reshaping history and asserting India's strategic resolve. Their valour, discipline and…

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, who accompanied Raksha Mantri at the wreath laying ceremony, also paid tribute to the bravehearts, stating that their heroic tales will continue to inspire every Indian for generations to come.

अपने अद्भुत शौर्य और अद्वितीय पराक्रम से 1971 के भारत-पाक युद्ध में भारत को ऐतिहासिक विजय दिलाने वाले हर सैनिक की वीरता को नमन्। मां भारती की आन, बान और शान के लिए अपना सर्वोच्च बलिदान देने वाले वीर सपूतों को मेरी विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि। राष्ट्र के लिए समर्पित बलिदानियों की वीरगाथा… pic.twitter.com/mxshTO6hos

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh & Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan also laid wreaths at the National War Memorial & paid tributes to the fallen heroes.

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