Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed on July 26th every year in India to commemorate the victory of the Indian armed forces over infiltrating Pakistani troops during the Kargil conflict in 1999. The conflict took place in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir, along the Line of Control (LoC), which serves as the de facto border between India and Pakistan.
The Kargil conflict began in May 1999 when Pakistan, under the guise of mujahideen, sent its troops to infiltrate Indian territory and occupy strategic positions in the high-altitude mountains of Kargil. This act of aggression was a violation of the Shimla Agreement signed between India and Pakistan in 1972, which aimed to maintain peace and tranquility along the LoC.
Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed to honor the soldiers who fought and sacrificed their lives during the conflict. It serves as a reminder of the indomitable spirit, valor, and patriotism of the Indian armed forces. On this day, ceremonies, events, and tributes are organized across the country to pay homage to the brave soldiers and to reaffirm the nation’s commitment to defending its borders.
Kargil Vijay Diwas Song in Hindi
Verse 1:
बुलंद हैं आवाज़ देश के वीरों की,
जो खड़े हैं हमेशा देश के तीरों की।
कश्ती भी चलाते हैं, उड़ाते हैं पत्थर,
वीरता के साथ हैं, इतना हैं बलिदान पर।
Chorus:
विजय दिवस का नारा, गूंज रहा हर तरफ़,
देश भक्ति का संग्राम, ज़मीं आसमान भर।
हम तिरंगा लहराएंगे, गर्व से वीर गायेंगे,
विजय दिवस का नारा, हम यहां सब बजाएंगे।
Verse 2:
खून पसीना बहाकर, लड़ते रहे वीर हमारे,
करते हैं प्राणों का समर्पण, खड़े हैं धरती पर गर्व करे।
देश के लिए हर पल, जीने का वचन लिया,
जो भी आए रास्ते में, उसे हमने मिटा दिया।
Chorus:
विजय दिवस का नारा, गूंज रहा हर तरफ़,
देश भक्ति का संग्राम, ज़मीं आसमान भर।
हम तिरंगा लहराएंगे, गर्व से वीर गायेंगे,
विजय दिवस का नारा, हम यहां सब बजाएंगे।
Verse 3:
सदा याद रहेंगे, वीरों के जबानी,
जिन्होंने देश के लिए बहाया अपनी जानी।
कारगिल के ऊँचे शिखरों पर, छा गई थी विजय की मेहर,
आज उनके बलिदान को, आँखें नम करें सब हमारे।
Chorus:
विजय दिवस का नारा, गूंज रहा हर तरफ़,
देश भक्ति का संग्राम, ज़मीं आसमान भर।
हम तिरंगा लहराएंगे, गर्व से वीर गायेंगे,
विजय दिवस का नारा, हम यहां सब बजाएंगे।
Kargil Vijay Diwas Song in English – Translated
Verse 1:
In the mountains, where heroes stood,
Their courage and strength, unwavering and good,
They fought with honor, they fought with pride,
Defending our land, side by side.
Chorus:
Oh, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we stand,
Saluting the brave with a grateful hand,
Their sacrifice, we’ll never forget,
In our hearts, their memory is set.
Verse 2:
Through treacherous peaks and icy cold,
They marched ahead, fearless and bold,
Their valor shining, like a beacon’s light,
Guiding us through the darkest night.
Chorus:
Oh, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we stand,
Saluting the brave with a grateful hand,
Their sacrifice, we’ll never forget,
In our hearts, their memory is set.
Bridge:
Oh, the echoes of their battles ring,
Their courage and honor, forever we’ll sing,
They fought for freedom, they fought for peace,
Their spirit within us will never cease.
Chorus:
Oh, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we stand,
Saluting the brave with a grateful hand,
Their sacrifice, we’ll never forget,
In our hearts, their memory is set.
Verse 3:
Their names are etched in history’s page,
Symbols of strength and resilience, so sage,
We’ll cherish their legacy, forevermore,
Their sacrifice inspiring us to soar.
Chorus:
Oh, on Kargil Vijay Diwas we stand,
Saluting the brave with a grateful hand,
Their sacrifice, we’ll never forget,
In our hearts, their memory is set.
Outro:
So, let us remember, with reverence and pride,
The heroes who fought, side by side,
On Kargil Vijay Diwas, we honor their might,
Forever grateful for their valiant fight.