Published: 15 December 2025Business StandardGovernance
Vijay Diwas 2025: India Commemorates 54th Anniversary of 1971 War Victory
India observed Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, commemorating the decisive victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war that led to the creation of Bangladesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the bravery and sacrifice of the Indian armed forces.
Headquarters Eastern Command organised a grand Military Tattoo at the Mangal Pandey Training Area, Vijay Durg, in Kolkata to mark the 54th anniversary. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tributes at the National War Memorial. The 1971 war saw the surrender of 93,000 Pakistani troops — the largest military surrender since World War II.
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Q: Discuss the historical and strategic significance of Vijay Diwas 2025 commemorating the 54th anniversary of India's 1971 war victory.
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India observed Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, marking 54 years since the decisive 1971 victory that led to Bangladesh's creation and saw 93,000 Pakistani troops surrender — the largest such surrender since World War II. Headquarters Eastern Command organised a Military Tattoo at Mangal Pandey Training Area, Vijay Durg, Kolkata.
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