Week long programme organised by Karimganj BSF to commemorate Kargil War victory

July 25: To rekindle the pride and valour of the soldiers who took part in Operation Vijay, the 7BN Border Security Force (BSF), Karimganj celebrated 20th Kargil Vijay Diwas amidst a host of programmes. BSF conducted a series of activities from 21 July to 27 July, 2019 with  people residing in the border areas of Karimganj like drawing competition, lecture on war heroes, plantation of sapling, display of photo of war heroes, screening of film on Kargil.

BSF organised a Blood Donation camp at Mazdi camp in Karimganj on 24 July and Run for Martyrs on 25 July from Fakirabazar on the occasion of 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas.

Kargil Vijay Diwas, named after the successful Operation Vijay, is celebrated in India on 26 July. On this date in 1999, India successfully took command of the high outposts which had been lost to Pakistan. The Kargil war was fought for more than 60 days, ended on 26 July and resulted in loss of life on both the sides. The war ended with India regaining control of all the previously held territory, hence re-establishing the status quo ante bellum.

Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated on 26 July every year in honour of the Kargil War Heroes. This day is celebrated in the Kargil–Dras sector and the national capital New Delhi, where the Prime Minister of India pays homage to the soldiers at Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate every year. Functions are also organized all over the country to commemorate the contributions of the armed forces.