Vijay Diwas 2025: PM Modi salutes armed forces; President Murmu pays homage to 1971 war soldiers
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Why in news
PM Modi and President Murmu honored the Indian Army on Vijay Diwas, commemorating the 1971 victory over Pakistan and the surrender of General A.A. Khan Niazi's forces.
Background
Vijay Diwas is observed annually on December 16 to mark the 1971 Indo-Pak war victory. Approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered to India, marking one of the largest surrenders since World War II.
Facts for Prelims
- FactVijay Diwas is celebrated on December 16 every year.
- FactApproximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered in the 1971 war.
- PostGeneral A.A. Khan Niazi led the Pakistani forces that surrendered in 1971.
- S&TOperation Sindoor was highlighted by President Murmu as an example of 'Empowerment through Indigenisation' and modern warfare techniques.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the 1971 war in shaping India's contemporary security architecture and the role of indigenisation in modernizing the armed forces.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Transition from conventional warfare to self-reliant 'Indigenisation' in defense procurement
- Geopolitical impact: The 1971 victory as a foundational element of India's regional security posture
Keywords: Vijay Diwas · Indigenisation · National Security · Operation Sindoor · Strategic Resolve
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