Kargil Vijay Diwas, a day known for India’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War for ousting Pakistani Forces from their occupied positions on the mountain tops of Northern Kargil District in Ladakh in 1999, celebrates 25 years this year. Actor Anoushka Chauhan, who is currently seen in Krishna Mohini on Colors, says that India is at the position that it enjoys today thanks to the security it enjoys on its borders.
“India today is emerging as a superpower, and the world is talking about us. Development, entrepreneurship, networking, and technological advancement—you name it. But this is possible because of the peace established by the brave soldiers guarding the most conflicted borders of our nation,” she says.
She adds, “This year, we commemorate 25 years of Kargil Vijay Diwas. The Kargil War was fought in 1999, the same year I was born. Our victory not only saved the crown of the nation but also the future of our nation’s youth. We were born and grew up in a country where we were not afraid and always felt protected, allowing us to go out in the open air. We sleep with ease and are now capable enough to contribute to the growth of our nation. This is impossible without the brave soldiers who sacrifice their lives and endure the most adverse conditions so that we can grow and our nation can grow.”
Addressing the soldiers at the borders, she says, “A salute to the mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, and friends who stay strong and give the assurance to their family members to go to the border and protect the nation with courage and determination. A salute to the soldiers of our nation. We are proud to be Bharatiya. Salute to the land that gave birth to and nurtured such brave children.”
