Jammu, December 15

To honour the Army’s victory in 1971 Indo-Pak war, Chinar Corps will observe the 48th anniversary at Badami Bagh cantonment in Srinagar tomorrow.

Remembering the nation’s heroes and martyrs, rich tributes will be paid to the gallant martyrs in a solemn ceremony at the war memorial in Badami Bagh, Srinagar, where Lt Gen KJS Dhillon, Chinar Corps Commander, will pay homage by laying a wreath on behalf of the entire soldiers’ fraternity. A large number of veterans and families of martyrs will also take part in the celebrations.

16th of December is celebrated every year as ‘Vijay Diwas’ to commemorate the Indian Army’s victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war which terminated with the total capitulation of the Pakistani army in erstwhile East Pakistan, that led to the birth of Bangladesh.

The momentous day will be befittingly celebrated with same pride and vigour at different Army formations and units all across the Valley. — OC