New Delhi, July 27 -- Between May and July 2024, marking the Silver Jubilee of Operation Vijay-the Indian Army's successful military mission during the Kargil conflict in 1999-a unique commemorative initiative was launched: a nationwide tree plantation drive to honour each of the 527 Army personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in that operation.

The initiative was undertaken by Oceanic Divas, a group dedicated to environmental conservation and community service. The organisation was founded by Wing Commander A.C. Rajkhowa (Retd), who serves as Consulting Director; his daughter Varsha Rajkhowa, a champion scuba diver and environmental advocate; Steaffy Shaji, another accomplished scuba diver and Managing Director; and Salil Malhotra, t...