India, Dec. 19 -- justify;">Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday participated in Vijay Diwas commemorations at Gandhi Park in Dehradun, paying tribute to soldiers who laid down their lives during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The programme included a wreath-laying ceremony at the Shaheed Memorial and the felicitation of veterans and families of martyrs.

Vijay Diwas is observed annually on December 16 to mark India's military victory in the 1971 war, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the day serves as a reminder of the courage, sacrifice and commitment of the Indian Armed Forces. He noted that the legacy of the 1971 war continues to inspire generations and remain...