Vijay Diwas celebrations taking place by Vajra Corps.
Jalandhar, December 16, 2014: Vajra Corps celebrated Vijay Diwas here, today, to commemorate the finest hour of the Indian Armed Forces, which came about with the triumph over Pakistan in the 1971 Indo-Pak war. This historic victory signifies a unique and unparalleled feat, wherein our forces fought selflessly for a just and noble cause, to liberate the people of Bangladesh. The Vajra Corps proved its mettle on the strategic Western Front and achieved its objectives with elan and vigour. A proud nation conferred 8 Maha Vir Chakras, 47 Vir Chakras and numerous otherawards on the valiant men of the Vajra Corps. The Corps was also bestowed with the Theatre Honour : Punjab in 1965, 1971 wars and Battle Honours : Dograi, Barki & Asal Uttar in 1965 war & Sehjra, Dera Baba Nanak, Fatehpur in 1971 war.
Lt Gen Narinder Pal Singh Hira, General Officer Commanding Vajra Corps, Veterans of the war and other senior serving and retired officers paid homage and tributes to the Martyrs at the Vajra Corps War Memorial.
The General Officer Commanding Vajra Corps while paying rich tributes to the Martyrs and their families assured them of full support. He stressed the necessity of operational readiness and exhorted all ranks to be well prepared for any eventuality. The GOC reiterated that professional excellence alone can help us achieve such spectacular victories in the future.
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Date:
Tuesday, December 16, 2014