INDIA
DNA Web Team | Dec 16, 2018, 02:24 PM IST
1.Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at Amar Jawan Jyoti

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman paying tribute to soldiers at the Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate on the occasion of Vijay Divas.
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2.One of the biggest surrenders in modern history

The might, bravery, and resolve of the Indian Armed Forces compelled the Pakistani forces to put their weapons down in just 14 days, turning it into one of the biggest surrenders in modern history. Let us celebrate this achievement with pride on Vijay Diwas today: Defence Minister
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3.Surrender of Pakistani forces established India as one of the strongest military powers in the world

47 yrs ago on this day today, our Armed Forces not just made Pakistan surrender, but also established India as one of the strongest military powers in the world. VijayDiwas is the day to remember the valour & sacrifice of the brave soldiers who made this happen: Defence Minister
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4.Homage to martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti

Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa and Vice Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen Devraj Anbu pay homage to the martyrs on the occasion of Vijay Diwas at Amar Jawan Jyoti, India Gate, in New Delhi, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018.
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5.2nd Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal: Param Vir Chakra

16 December 1971, ‘Battle of Basantar’. 2nd Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, 17 Poona Horse, displayed unparalleled gallantry, indomitable courage & unique instinct of a warrior. He was posthumously awarded Param Vir Chakra
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6.I am sending you across, ensure victory: Field Marshal Manekshaw

'I am sending you across, ensure victory. Prisoners of war will not be ill-treated': Field Marshal Manekshaw, Nov 1971. Indian Army lived up to the directions of Field Marshal Manekshaw and forced the surrender of 93000 Pakistani troops.