The army on Monday observed Vijay Diwas across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to commemorate the supreme sacrifice made by gallant soldiers and defeat of Pakistan in 13 days to end the war on 16 December,

Indian and Bangladesh armies exchanged sweets at Agartala border on Vijay Diwas. Celebrations in Tripura honoured 1971 war heroes with senior officials present.

The Indian Army's South Western Command celebrated Vijay Diwas at Jaipur Military Station. Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh honored 1971 war martyrs at Prerna Sthal. Vijay Diwas marks the 1971 war victory over Pakistan,

India commemorated Vijay Diwas on December 16. The nation paid tribute to the soldiers of the 1971 war. The war resulted in the liberation of Bangladesh. Leaders and citizens honored the courage and sacrifice of the armed forces.

President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to the brave soldiers of the 1971 war on Vijay Diwas, honoring their sacrifices and valor. In a post on X, the President expressed gratitude to the martyrs, stating that their ultimate sacrifice remains a source of inspiration and pride for the nation.

President and Prime Minister pay tribute to soldiers on Vijay Diwas for their courage and sacrifices in 1971 war.

The Tripura government observed Vijay Diwas Monday to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 War. The sacrifices made by the armed forces during Operation Cactus Lily were also remembered on the occasion.

On December 16 every year, both India and Bangladesh celebrate Vijay Diwas to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war which also resulted in the liberation of Bangladesh. Bangladesh celebrates its Independence Day on March 26 but Dhaka emerged as the free capital of a free country on December 16 after nine months of Liberation War with crucial Indian assistance.

Indian and Bangladeshi veterans unite in Dhaka and Kolkata for Vijay Diwas celebrations, fostering friendship and shared history.

India played a pivotal role in Bangladesh's independence, offering military support, training the Mukti Bahini (Bangladeshi freedom fighters), and directly intervening to secure its liberation from Pakistan.