Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff Gen. Manoj Pande, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the Vijay Diwas, marking India’s victory in the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war, in New Delhi, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (Source: PTI)

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays homage at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the Vijay Diwas, marking India’s victory in the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war, in New Delhi, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (Source: PTI)

While paying homage at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the Vijay Diwas, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff Gen. Manoj Pande, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh are also seen. (Source: PTI)

Rajnath Singh pays homage at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, on Vijay Diwas. (Source: PTI)

The Union Minister highlighted in a post on X that the country is never going to forget the sacrifice and service of the Indian armed forces and saluted the ‘bravery’ and ‘sacrifice’ of the forces for their unwavering courage and patriotism. (Source: PTI)

“Today, on the special occasion of Vijay Diwas, the nation salutes the bravery and sacrifice of India’s armed forces. Their unwavering courage and patriotism ensured that our country remained safe. India will never forget their sacrifice and service, ” he said.

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh signs visitor’s register at the National War Memorial on the occasion of the Vijay Diwas, marking India’s victory in the 1971 Bangladesh liberation war, in New Delhi, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (Source: PTI)

Vijay Diwas is observed across India on December 16 to mark the nation’s victory over Pakistan in the 13-day 1971 Liberation War. The conflict concluded with Pakistan signing the instrument of surrender in Dhaka, leading to the creation of Bangladesh, formerly known as East Pakistan. (Source: PTI)

The Raksha Mantri honoured the courage and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces during the 1971 India-Pakistan War at the event. (Source: X/@adgpi)

He praised the sportspersons for their accomplishments and commended the Indian Army’s contributions to uplifting tribal communities and advancing various aspects of nation-building. (Source: X/@adgpi)