The Kargil War took place between May and July 1999, with the Indian and Pakistani armies engaging in intense battles in the Kargil sector of Kashmir and other areas along the Line of Control (LoC). This conflict marked a significant chapter in India's military history, as it was one of the first major wars fought by the nation to safeguard its security, just two months after gaining independence in 1947.

The turning point in the Kargil War came with the success of the Indian Army's operation, aptly named 'Operation Vijay,' which aimed to counter the infiltration of Pakistani forces and Kashmiri militants into the Kargil region from the Indian side of the LoC. On 26th July 1966, the Indian Army achieved a momentous victory by recapturing all the military posts in Kargil that had been previously occupied by Pakistani troops and militants.

Since that decisive day, India celebrates the Kargil Vijay Diwas every year on July 26th to commemorate the triumph of 'Operation Vijay' and to honor the bravery and sacrifices of its soldiers. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit and dedication of the Indian Armed Forces in safeguarding the nation's territorial integrity and security.