NCRTC honours Kargil heroes with tribute event at Begampul Namo Bharat Station

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) on Saturday paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces, honouring their indomitable courage, valour and sacrifice, on the occasion of the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas.  A programme was organised on Saturday at Begampul Namo Bharat Station, in which school students and NCRTC officials participated.

The Chief Guest of the programme was Colonel Rajesh Tyagi (Retd.), who was part of the 4 Jat Regiment during the Kargil War. He has been conferred with numerous honors, including the Sena Medal, for his outstanding military contributions and distinguished service. He is currently serving as the Director of Subharti Defence Academy.

Colonel Tyagi shared his experiences from the war with the audience and recounted inspiring stories of the bravery of Indian soldiers. He encouraged the students to strengthen their spirit of patriotism and pursue their dreams with confidence by becoming physically and mentally strong.

To familiarise young people with the significance of Kargil Vijay Diwas, a drawing activity on the theme “Guarding the Borders” was also organised for the students. Through their artwork, the students paid tribute to the brave soldiers who continue to guard the country’s borders in difficult terrains and adverse conditions without regard for their own lives. Some of the artworks created by the students will also be displayed at Begampul Namo Bharat Station for commuters and the general public.

The programme also featured a musical performance by youth band Abhigarv, making the occasion even more memorable. Through patriotic songs, the band paid tribute to the courage and valour of the Indian Armed Forces and filled the entire atmosphere with a spirit of patriotism.

Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed every year on 26 July to commemorate India’s victory in the Kargil War of 1999. During the military campaign, known as Operation Vijay, the Indian Army regained control of strategic positions in the Kargil region that had been occupied by Pakistan-backed infiltrators near the Line of Control.