Indian cricketers pay tributes to Kargil War heroes on Vijay Diwas’ 21st anniversary

Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated to remember Indian armed forces win over Pakistan in Kargil war of 1999.

By Jatin Sharma - 26 Jul, 2020

July 26, 2020, marks the 21^st anniversary of Indian armed forces’ successful operation in the Kargil sector of Kashmir against the Pakistani army and militants in what is known as ‘Operation Vijay’.

The anniversary is observed each year across the nation to show respect and gratitude to the brave servicemen of the armed forces who laid down their lives to re-capture all positions that had been seized by the Pakistan Army.

The Pakistani army and other subversives entered the Indian side of the Line of Control (LoC) under Operation Badr in 1999. Operation Vijay saw the mobilization of about 2,00,000 Indian troops and brought an immediate and final end to the struggle by recapturing all the previously lost posts and forcing the Pakistani troops to retreat back home.

The Indian cricket fraternity took to Twitter to pay tributes to the 527 martyrs and many others who gave lives to keep this nation safe from the enemy and also to celebrate the Kargil Vijay Diwas.

Here are the tweets:

The countless stories of valour & selfless sacrifices of our ???????? Defence Forces during the Kargil War are awe-inspiring.
We shall always remain indebted to their service to our nation! ???????? #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/qfrMNZybun
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 26, 2020

Real heroes don't have a name on the back of their jerseys. They wear their country's flag! #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/vaQ0FgclFZ
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) July 26, 2020

Saluting the valour and courage of our brave hearts of the Indian Armed Forces who laid down their lives fighting for our Nation, all to keep all of us safe. ???????? Jai Hind ???????? #KargilVijayDiwas
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 26, 2020

Fearless and valiant. Our soldiers put their lives on the line to keep us safe. I salute you. Jai Hind. #KargilVijayDiwas
— Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) July 26, 2020

My deepest tributes to all the martyrs who have protected us. Also my salute to all the soldiers who protect us. Aap hain toh hum hain.
#KargilVijayDivas pic.twitter.com/h4zl3puLhm
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) July 26, 2020

Saluting and paying tribute to all martyrs and living heroes of #KargilWar on #KargilVijayDiwas2020 who sacrificed their lives only to protect ours! Jai hind! ???? ???????? #KargilVijayDivas #kargilheros pic.twitter.com/0HXqCRTXpn
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) July 26, 2020

#OperationVijay is the epitome of our Jawans’ courage and sacrifice. Let’s all remember the determination of Indian armed forces and the decisive leadership which led to India’s victory. Jai Hind ???????? #KargilVijayDiwas #kargilheros - @adgpi pic.twitter.com/CjFwkD6ZXS
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) July 26, 2020

Remembering the selfless sacrifices of our brave soldiers who gave up their lives protecting our nation. ???? #KargilVijayDiwas
— K L Rahul (@klrahul11) July 26, 2020

The soldiers of our country are the heroes who ensure we are safe. I salute your bravery. Jai Hind ???????????? #KargilVijayDiwas
— Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) July 26, 2020

Saluting the valour and courage of our bravehearts, who selflessly protect us throughout the day and night ????????

Aap ho, toh hum hain. Jai Hind ???????? #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/e0NWADJLJh
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) July 26, 2020

We shall never forget the invincible spirit and valour of the heroes who sacrifice their lives for our nation's safety.
Proud of our armed forces.
Jai Hind! ????????#KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/YCBJzjPpPh
— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) July 26, 2020

On the #KargilVijayDiwas, I bow my head in respect to the real heroes of India, those who sacrifice themselves so we can breathe freedom. We will, forever, be in their debt. @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy #CourageInKargil #JaiHind
Video courtesy: @NorthernComd_IA pic.twitter.com/GySOOUc5Je
— Suresh Raina???????? (@ImRaina) July 26, 2020

Tribute to all the bravehearts on #KargilVijayDivas . Always indebted to the gallantry and sacrifice of our armed forces. Jai Hind ! pic.twitter.com/M2kscDOZpG
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 26, 2020

I salute the courage and selflessness of our brave soldiers on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas. The armed forces are our nation's pride, and we will forever be indebted to them. Jai Hind ???????? ????????#KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/vDQFNWROiC
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) July 26, 2020

Salute to all the bravehearts who gave up their tomorrow for our today. #KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/QF0oXLRCEe
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) July 26, 2020

Extending my tribute to the brave martyrs who laid down their lives to protect our nation.

Jai Hind!???????? #KargilVijayDivas pic.twitter.com/l9I7ZsxBdi
— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) July 26, 2020

By Jatin Sharma - 26 Jul, 2020

Indian cricketers pay tributes to Kargil War heroes on Vijay Diwas’ 21st anniversary

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