The nation is observing the Kargil Vijay Diwas on Saturday to commemorate the glorious victory of the Indian armed forces in the July 1999 conflict over Pakistan army. Since then, Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated on 26th July every year.


Indian sports personalities, led by Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli and cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar, paid tributes to the Indian Army Bravehearts who fell in the line of duty during the Kargil War.


"Saluting the valour and courage of our brave hearts of the Indian Armed Forces who laid down their lives fighting for our Nation, all to keep all of us safe. Jai Hind," captain Virat Kohli tweeted.





"The countless stories of valour & selfless sacrifices of our Flag of India Defence Forces during the Kargil War are awe-inspiring. We shall always remain indebted to their service to our nation!" Tendulkar said in a tweet.





Ajinkya Rahane wrote on Twitter: "We shall never forget the invincible spirit and valour of the heroes who sacrifice their lives for our nation's safety. Proud of our armed forces. Jai Hind!"





"Remembering the selfless sacrifices of our brave soldiers who gave up their lives protecting our nation," wrote young star batsman KL Rahul on his Twitter account.





Former India batsman V.V.S. Laxman wrote on Twitter: "Tribute to all the bravehearts on #KargilVijayDivas. Always indebted to the gallantry and sacrifice of our armed forces. Jai Hind !"





"Bowing my head in reverence and remembrance of all the heroes of the Kargil war on the 21st #VijayDiwas today. A salute to our Armed Forces for their exemplary valour. Forever indebted to you," Paralympics silver medallist Deepa Malik wrote on her Twitter account.





Olympic bronze-medallist shooter Gagan Narang added: "I salute the courage and selflessness of our brave soldiers on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas. The armed forces are our nation's pride, and we will forever be indebted to them. Jai Hind."





"Tributes to our braves on #KargilVijayDiwas2020 Thank you Indian Army for your courage and sacrifices for our nation !! Jai Hind," wrote Indian women's team captain Rani Rampal on Twitter.





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