Nation celebrates Vijay Diwas; pan India visuals

In December 1971, the Indian Armed Forces secured a decisive and historic victory over the Pakistan Army, which led to the creation of a Nation -- Bangladesh -- and also resulted in the largest military surrender after World War-II. From December 16, the nation will be celebrating 50 years of the Indo-Pak War, also called 'Swarnim Vijay Varsh'. Here are some visuals from across the country where senior leaders paid tribute.