PM Modi tweets: On Vijay Diwas, we remember the sacrifices and valour of our armed forces who fought courageously in 1971. We are extremely proud of them. On this historic day, glad to have met Lt. General (Retd.) JFR Jacob, known for his impeccable service to the Army.

Read:How Pakistan surrendered in 1971: Read Lt Gen (Retd) JFR Jacob's 2006 interview with Rediff.com.

Pic: The PM with the three chiefs of staff and Lt Gen (Retd) Jacob today