Rajnath Singh recalls valour of army during 1971 war: ‘Golden chapter of India’s military'

On 50th Anniversary of Vijay Diwas, commemorating India's victory over Pakistan in 1971 battle, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called war ‘Golden chapter in India’s military'. While recalling valour of Indian troops who have me torious Pakistan bend down on its knees in front of our brave army in 197, Raksha Mantri paid rich tributes to armed forces personnel who have led us to victory.

Rajnath Singh recalls valour of Indian soldiers during 1971 war

Taking to his Twitter handle, Rajnath Singh wrote, "On occasion of 'Swarnim Vijay Diwas' we remember cour and sacrifice of our armed forces during 1971 war.” " 1971 war is golden chapter in India's military history. We are proud of our armed forces and ir achievements," he furr ded.

Dec 16, 2021, marked 50th anniversary of liberation of ‘East Pakistan,’ which led to formation of ‘Banglesh.’ Defence ministry has been hosting a series of events to commemorate 50th anniversary of 1971 war. Rajnath Singh took to his Twitter to furr share a couple of photos relating to war, which included an im of 'Pakistani Instrument of Surrender.

Rajnath Singh also unveiled a commemorative stamp at National War Memorial on occasion.

Commemorating 50 years of nations' glorious victory in 1971 Indo-Pak war & liberation of Banglesh, leers paid tribute to country's zeal and Indian Armed Forces' heroes on Swarnim Vijay Diwas on December 16. PM Modi & Defence Minister Rajnath Singh mark day at National War Memorial, New Delhi whereas President Kovind, invited as guest of hour, attends celebrations in Dhaka. On December 16, 1971, around 93,000 Pakistani troops surrendered to Indian Army and "Mukti Bahini," paving path for founding of Banglesh. 

Im: Twitter