Srinagar, July 26: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday celebrated the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas with full patriotic spirit across all ten districts of the Kashmir Valley, paying heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1999 Kargil War.
Commemorative events were held across Srinagar, Ganderbal, Budgam, Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian, Kulgam, Baramulla, Bandipora, and Kupwara. BJP workers organised flag hoisting ceremonies, tribute meetings, and marches to honour the Kargil martyrs and to spread the message of national unity and sacrifice.
In Kupwara, an event took place at Regipora Chowk, where BJP General Secretary (Org) J&K Ashok Koul offered floral tributes at the War Memorial. He was accompanied by, State Secretary Mudasir Wani, State Co-Media Incharge Sajid Yousuf Shah, District President Rafiq Shah and Senior Leader GM Mir and District officer bearers.
Koul said the Kargil Vijay Diwas serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of Indian soldiers who defended the nation in harsh conditions.
Throughout Kashmir, BJP leaders urged the youth to draw inspiration from the sacrifices of the armed forces and uphold the spirit of patriotism and national pride.