PM Modi to Honor Kargil Heroes at War Memorial

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will honor the heroes of the 1999 Kargil War at the Kargil War Memorial in Ladakh. He emphasized the importance of Kargil Vijay Diwas and announced the commencement of the Shinkun La Tunnel Project, which aims to improve connectivity to Leh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to pay tributes at the Kargil War Memorial in Ladakh on Friday. The ceremony marks the 25th anniversary of India's victory over Pakistan in the 1999 war.

Modi said on X, 'Tomorrow, 26th July, is a very special day for every Indian. We will mark the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas. It is a day to pay homage to all those who protect our nation. I will visit the Kargil War Memorial and pay tributes to our brave heroes.'

The Prime Minister also announced the commencement of the Shinkun La Tunnel Project, aimed at improving connectivity to Leh, especially during inclement weather.