In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi pays tributes to Kargil martyrs

July 26, 2015 11:37

Using his radio address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the fallen heroes of the Kargil War on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas. He said, "I salute all brave soldiers who lost their lives in the Kargil war, for their sacrifice and valour, on the occassion of Kargil Vijay Diwas."

The PM added that the Kargil battle was not just fought on borders, but India's every village, city and town has made a contribution to that. Modi said, "This battle was fought by every father whose young son was posted at border, by every sister whose brother was fighting the enemy."

He also asked listeners to send in suggestions on topics he should address during his Independence Day speech.

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