J&K: Army Soldiers Celebrate Diwali In Forward Areas Of Akhnoor Sector — In Pics

Indian Army soldiers posted along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Akhnoor sector celebrated Diwali by lighting oil lamps. The Jawans also extended their wishes to all the countrymen.

As the festivities began with Dhanteras on Saturday, Indian Army soldiers posted along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector celebrated the auspicious festival by lighting oil lamps.

The Jawans celebrated the auspicious festival by lighting oil lamps. (Photo: PTI)

The Army Jawans wished the countrymen a very happy Diwali and assured them that the soldiers are alert and keeping vigil on the border. (Photo: PTI)

The Jawans were seen bursting crackers while celebrating the occasion. (Photo: PTI)

The Army Jawan are celebrating the festival far from their home. (Photo: PTI)

The Jawans performed Lakshmi pooja, singing Lakshmi-Ganesh arti. (Photo: PTI)