New Delhi, July 7 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh remembered Captain Vikram Batra on his Balidan Diwas and called him a glorious example of bravery and sacrifice.

He posted on his X account, "Remembering the supreme sacrifice made by Captain Vikram Batra on his Balidan Diwas. His unmatched bravery and sacrifice during the Kargil War remain a glorious example of courage in the service of the nation. My tributes to him on his 'Balidan Diwas'."

Captain Vikram Batra was a brave officer of the Indian Army who fought in the 1999 Kargil War. On 7 July 1999, Captain Batra was hit by enemy fire and was martyred.

For his bravery, he was awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest military honour. Every year, 7 July is celebrated as Balidan D...