Vijay Diwas 16 December, is remembered for India’s historic war victory over Pakistan after Pakistan’s General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi surrendered with his 93,000 troops to India in 1971.
The war began on December 3 and ended on December 16; thus, December 16 is celebrated as a reminder of the bravery and courage of the Indian military forces.
After Pakistan surrendered to India, Bangladesh was recognized as an independent nation in South Asia.
The liberation of Bangladesh and India’s victory was only possible due to strategic planning for months, the courage of the people of East Pakistan, and the armed force power of India.
The joint force of India and Bangladesh forced Lieutenant General A.A.K. Niazi of the Pakistani Army on December 16, 1971, to sign the Instrument of Surrender in Dhaka.
This was the biggest surrender after World War II as 93,000 troops had surrendered.
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, also gave tribute and honor to brave soldiers on Vijay Diwas 16 December.
Vijay Diwas 16 December Quotes
Here are various quotes you can wish to your friend on Vijay Diwas 16 December.
Let’s remember the true heroes of nations who guard the nations.
Let’s remember the heroes of 1971, who caused 93,000 troops to surrender.
The courage and bravery of the heroes of the battleground of 1971 will always be written in history.
Let’s celebrate the victory with our national heroes and their contributions.
Wishing everyone a happy Vijay Diwas on 16 December and saluting the true heroes of the nations.
It’s our honor to remember the heroes of Battle Grounds of 1971.
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