Triumph of Righteousness: Celebrating Vijay Diwas Victory

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose hailed the armed forces on Vijay Diwas for their 1971 war victory against Pakistan. The occasion celebrates India's fight for democracy alongside Muktijoddhas, resulting in Bangladesh's freedom. Ceremonies included wreath-laying and flower petals from helicopters.

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose paid tribute to the armed forces on Vijay Diwas, commemorating the Indian Army's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war. He emphasized that the triumph asserted to the world that justice and righteousness maintain ascendancy over mere militaristic might.

During the Vijay Diwas event at Fort William, Bose reflected on the collaborative effort of India and the Muktijoddhas in securing Bangladesh's independence through a fight against oppression. His comments underscored India's enduring power to conquer challenges through virtue and morality.

The observance included Governor Bose, Mizoram Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, and Indian Army officers honoring martyrs with wreath-laying. Three Army helicopters added a dramatic element by showering flower petals as patriotic music filled the air.

(With inputs from agencies.)