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Retd. Army personnel pay tribute to martyrs
Retired Major Kushwant Kolibailu said Kodagu is known as a land of warriors and highlighted the courage displayed by Indian soldiers in recapturing enemy-held positions in Kargil. He stressed the need to educate the younger generation about patriotism and the country’s rich military heritage.Among those present were Hindu Jagarana Vedike leader Kukkera Ajith, Vishwa Hindu Parishad president Pudiokkada Ramesh, Bajrang Dal district coordinator Vinay, Madikeri City Municipal Council vice-president Mahesh Jaini, Madikeri BJP city president Umesh Subramani, retired servicemen and leaders of various organisations.Meanwhile, Madikeri Nagar Ex-Servicemen Association members paid tribute to the martyrs of the Kargil war at the Amar Jawan Memorial at the General Thimayya Memorial Hall. At a programme led by association president Panikuttira Kuttappa, Army Canteen senior manager and retired Lieutenant Colonel Mullera Kaveriappa, retired Colonel Chondamma, programme coordinator PK Kuttappa, KP Muthanna and other office-bearers and members offered floral tributes to the fallen soldiers.In Mysuru, Kargil Vijay Diwas was observed at Field Marshal Cariappa Circle. A bike rally organised as part of the celebrations was flagged off by JD(S) MLC C.N Manjegowda and former MLA MK Somashekar. Students also took part in the event.
