**Executive Summary**
This report details the observance of Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, commemorating India's victory in the 1971 war. The President inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Key figures, including the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Raksha Mantri, paid tribute to the bravehearts.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Vijay Diwas Commemoration:**
* Vijay Diwas was celebrated on December 16, 2025, marking the historic victory in the 1971 war.
* President Smt Droupadi Murmu paid tributes to the bravehearts.
* Vice-President Shri CP Radhakrishnan also paid homage to the brave heroes.
* Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi commemorated the event, remembering the courage and sacrifice of soldiers.
* **Inauguration of Param Vir Dirgha:**
* The President inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
* The Gallery displays portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardees to educate visitors about the national heroes.
* **Tributes and Wreath Laying:**
* Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial.
* Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh & Vice Chief of the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan also laid wreaths at the National War Memorial.
* **Statements & Remarks:**
* The President highlighted the 'Empowerment through Indigenisation' initiative of the Indian Armed Forces.
* Statements from various dignitaries were shared on social media platform 'X'.
* Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth paid tribute, emphasizing the inspiring nature of their heroic tales.
**Impact Analysis**
**Nation**
* **Impact**: The celebration of Vijay Diwas and tributes to bravehearts inspire national pride and strengthen national will. It reinforces India's commitment to justice, freedom, and strategic resolve. The events remind citizens of the valor, devotion, and patriotism of the armed forces.
* **Action Required**: No specific action is required.
**Indian Armed Forces**
* **Impact**: The event acknowledges the self-reliance, strategic resolve, and effective use of modern warfare techniques demonstrated by the Armed Forces. It encourages continued commitment to readiness for future challenges.
* **Action Required**: No specific action is required.
**Citizens of India**
* **Impact**: The heroic tales of the 1971 war and the tributes paid inspire citizens and contribute to a sense of national unity and pride.
* **Action Required**: No specific action is required.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Armed Forces: Military forces of India, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Ministry of Defence: The Indian government ministry responsible for defense.
Rashtrapati Bhavan: The official residence of the President of India.
1971 war: The Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.
Param Vir Chakra: India's highest military decoration, awarded for valor.
Ministry of Defence
Vijay Diwas: President leads the nation in paying
tributes to the bravehearts who ensured India’s
historic victory in 1971 war
Inaugurates Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan
displaying portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees
Self-reliance, strategic resolve & effective use of modern
warfare techniques demonstrated by Indian Armed Forces
during Operation Sindoor serve as an inspiration to the entire
nation: Smt Droupadi Murmu
1971 war reaffirmed India’s commitment to justice & freedom
and showcased the unmatched professionalism of the three
Services: Vice-President
The day stands as a salute to the valour of our soldiers and a
reminder of their unmatched spirit: PM Modi
Valour, discipline & combat spirit of our Armed Forces
continue to inspire generations and strengthen national will:
Raksha Mantri
प्रव तथ: 16 DEC 2025 4:42PM by PIB Delhi
The nation is celebrating Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, commemorating India’s historic victory in
the 1971 war. Through a post on X, President Smt Droupadi Murmu paid glowing tributes to the
bravehearts, whose valour, devotion & patriotism have always brought glory to the nation, and will
continue to inspire every citizen. The President added that the ‘Empowerment through Indigenisation’
initiative of the Indian Armed Forces reflects their commitment towards being prepared for future
challenges. “During Operation Sindoor, our Armed Forces demonstrated self-reliance, strategic resolve,
and the effective use of modern warfare techniques, which serves as an inspiration to the entire nation,”
she said.वजय दवस के अवसर पर म भारत माता के वीर सपूत को सादर नमन करती ।ं उनके साहस, पराक्रम
और मातृभूम के लए अनन्य ना ने राष्ट्र को सदा गौरवात कया ह। उनक वीरता और राष्ट्रेम
दशवासय को ेरत करते रहग े। भारतीय सेना क 'स्वदशीकरण स े सशकरण' क पहल भवष्य
क…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 16, 2025
To mark the day, the President inaugurated Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Gallery displays
portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra (PVC) awardees. The aim is to educate visitors about the national
heroes who displayed an unconquerable spirit in defending the nation.
The President also felicitated PVC awardees and Next-of-Kin on the occasion. Raksha Mantri Shri
Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K
Tripathi, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP
Singh, and other dignitaries were present.
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated Param
Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, Chief of
Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra
Dwivedi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP… pic.twitter.com/S9KsyV5fsy
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 16, 2025
Vice-President Shri CP Radhakrishnan also paid homage to the brave heroes through a post on X, and said
that the 1971 war reaffirmed India’s commitment to justice & freedom and showcased the unmatched
professionalism of the three Services.On 16 December 1971, the valour of our Armed Forces led to a decisive victory
against Pakistan, resulting in the birth of independent Bangladesh and reshaping
the region’s geopolitical landscape.
This war reaffirmed India’s commitment to justice and freedom and showcased
the…
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) December 16, 2025
Remembering the brave soldiers whose courage and sacrifice ensured India’s historic victory in 1971,
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said: “Their steadfast resolve and selfless service protected our nation
and etched a moment of pride in our history. This day stands as a salute to their valour and a reminder of
their unmatched spirit. Their heroism continues to inspire generations of Indians.”
On Vijay Diwas, we remember the brave soldiers whose courage and sacrifice
ensured India had a historic victory in 1971. Their steadfast resolve and selfless
service protected our nation and etched a moment of pride in our history. This
day stands as a salute to their valour and…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 16, 2025
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi, and paid
homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation.
“The nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces who delivered the decisive victory of
1971. The Army, Navy and Air Force operated in flawless coordination, reshaping history and asserting
India’s strategic resolve. Their valour, discipline and combat spirit continue to inspire generations and
strengthen our national will,” said Shri Rajnath Singh on X.
On Vijay Diwas, the nation bows in pride and gratitude to the Indian Armed
Forces who delivered the decisive victory of 1971. The Army, Navy and Air Force
operated in flawless coordination, reshaping history and asserting India’s
strategic resolve. Their valour, discipline and…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 16, 2025Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, who accompanied Raksha Mantri at the wreath laying ceremony,
also paid tribute to the bravehearts, stating that their heroic tales will continue to inspire every Indian for
generations to come.
अपने अत शौय और अतीय पराक्रम से 1971 के भारत-पाक युद्ध म भारत को ऐतहासक वजय
दलाने वाले हर सैनक क वीरता को नमन्। मा ं भारती क आन, बान और शान के लए अपना सवच्च
बलदान दने वाले वीर सपूत को मेरी वनम्र श्रद्धांजल। राष्ट्र के लए समपत बलदानय क वीरगाथा…
pic.twitter.com/mxshTO6hos
— Sanjay Seth (@SethSanjayMP) December 16, 2025
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief
of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh & Vice Chief of
the Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan also laid wreaths at the National War Memorial & paid
tributes to the fallen heroes.
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