Srinagar, July 25 -- The Indian Army on Friday started the Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Drass, Ladakh, paying tribute to the soldiers, who lost their lives in the 1999 Kargil War. The main event will be held on July 26.

Senior Army officials and Union Ministers including the Minister of State for Defence, laid wreaths at the Kargil War Memorial to honour the fallen heroes of battles fought at Tololing, Tiger Hill, and Batalik.

This year's celebrations will continue for two days and include a mix of traditional and modern events.

On Friday evening, people witnessed cultural performances like the traditional Yak dance and patriotic songs. A special drone show lit up the night sky, showing India's progress in modern defence.

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