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Detailed explanation-1: -26 July Special Day in India is celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas every year to mark the successful victory of Operation Vijay which lasted for 3 months along the Line of Control. Nearly, 500 Indian army officials, soldiers & Jawans were martyred during the battle.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vijay Diwas is the national holiday that marks the moment that cemented India’s victory against Pakistan in the 1971 war. Vijay Diwas is being celebrated across the nation on December 16 to commemorate India’s victory against Pakistan in the 1971 war.

Detailed explanation-3: -On the day, India pays homage to all the soldiers who defended the nation. Why does India celebrate Vijay Diwas? On December 16, 1971, India had won the war against Pakistan after fighting for 13 days.

Detailed explanation-4: -On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army recaptured all the military posts in Kargil that had been occupied by Pakistani troops and militants. In honour of the Army’s successful mission (called Operation Vijay), July 26 is celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas every year since then.