To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas a Run for Fun was organised by Infantry School, Mhow on Sunday to pay tributes to the courage, valour and sacrifice of the martyrs of the Kargil War.
The event was flagged off by Maj Gen OP Gulia, SM, VSM, Officiating Commandant, the Infantry School at 6.30 am. The event received an overwhelming response from all quarters. Approximately 750 soldiers, Defence Civilian employees and their families participated in various categories of races to include a 7 Km race for open category and 2.5 Km race for families & children and were enthusiastically cheered by approximately 500 spectators. They recalled the supreme sacrifice made by gallant soldiers upholding the integrity of the Nation. This Commemoration is the Army’s modest homage to the martyrs and to the units who gave India its most significant victory in recent times.