ENC pays tribute to war heroes on Vijay Diwas in Visakhapatnam
The Eastern Naval Command held a wreath-laying ceremony at Visakhapatnam to commemorate the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas. Military leaders honored the soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the 1999 Kargil War.
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It serves as a significant national event in India to maintain military morale and honor historical defense achievements.
The Eastern Naval Command (ENC) on Sunday (July 26, 2026) paid tribute to the heroes of the 1999 Kargil War as the nation marked the 27th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Victory at Sea War Memorial on RK Beach in Visakhapatnam, honouring the courage and supreme sacrifice of the soldiers who laid down their lives during Operation Vijay.
Vice Admiral Susheel Menon, Chief of Staff of the Eastern Naval Command, led the observance by laying a floral wreath at the memorial. He was joined by military leaders, including Colonel V. Samuel Prakash, representing the Army, and Group Captain P. Shyam Kumar, representing the Air Force.
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