Drass, Jul 26: Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth on Sunday said the Indian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and will continue to take India’s flag to greater heights in the years ahead.
Addressing media at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass during the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations, the Army Chief paid tributes to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during the Kargil War. He honoured the supreme sacrifice of the martyrs and hailed the unmatched courage, dedication, and professionalism of Indian soldiers, while also paying homage to the families of the fallen heroes.
“The Indian Army is fully committed to the progress and security of the country. I assure the nation that in the coming years, we will hoist India’s flag even higher,” General Seth said.
Reflecting on the valour of soldiers who fought in the Kargil conflict, the Army Chief recited a poem written by a soldier from his own unit, saying it perfectly captured the spirit of sacrifice displayed by the martyrs. “Death is inevitable for everyone, but true immortality belongs to those who lay down their lives defending the nation. Although the soldiers may no longer be physically present, their names remain forever etched in the nation’s memory and on the sacred soil they defended with their blood,” he said.
The Army Chief asserted that the soldiers of the Indian Army possess unmatched courage, professionalism, and commitment to duty, saying they stand among the finest military personnel in the world. “I want to say that the warriors of the Indian Army are so superior to the soldiers of any army in the world that they cannot even be compared,” he said, emphasizing the operational excellence, discipline, and unwavering dedication demonstrated by Indian troops in every mission.
General Seth also expressed gratitude to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for attending the commemorative event, describing his presence as a major source of encouragement for the armed forces. He said every visit to the Kargil War Memorial fills soldiers with renewed energy, pride, and determination to uphold the legacy of those who made the supreme sacrifice during Operation Vijay.
Remembering the heroes of Kargil, the Army Chief reiterated that their bravery, patriotism, and devotion to duty would continue to inspire future generations of soldiers, and that the legacy of the martyrs would remain the guiding force behind the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment to protecting the country’s unity, integrity, and national interests.
Concluding his address with the slogans “Jai Hind” and “Jai Bharat”, General Dhiraj Seth reaffirmed that the Indian Army would continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the nation and remain fully prepared to meet every challenge while carrying forward the legacy of the Kargil heroes with honour and determination.
