Worth-Knowing Aspects About Vijay Diwas & Its Significance
Every now and then, our soldiers, martyrs, and patriots have been securing us from catastrophic attacks and wars. On December 16, 1971, one such war happened took place. On this very day, 93000 Pakistani troops did surrender in front of the Indian Army and accepted their defeat and India’s victory. This victory has been unparalleled and unique due to the fact that it was a significant secession of East Pakistan in Bangladesh.
The end of this fourteen-day war resulted in the unconditional and unilateral surrender of the Pakistan Army. Due to the secession of East Pakistan in Bangladesh, it is a big day for Bangladesh as well.
Why is Vijay Diwas Celebrated Every Year?
Due to the tremendous victory of Indian troops over Pakistan, this war being the first after World War II, the day of December 16 is marked as Vijay Diwas throughout the country. In Bangladesh, it is celebrated as Bijoy Dibos. Every year, on this day, senior officials, war veterans, citizens, and students commemorate the sacrifices of our devoted soldiers and pay the heartiest tributes to the martyrs who lost their precious lives while fighting with all of their capacity and bravery against Pakistani troops to liberate Bangladesh from Pakistan.
Let’s discuss some of the worth-knowing facts associated with Vijay Diwas:
- It was one amongst the shortest wars in the history of India. This war between India and Pakistan began on the very date of December 16, 1971, and continued for 14 days. And the surrender it involved was one of the biggest surrenders and always remembered throughout the history of the nation.
- After this fourteen-day war, a new nation got born, with India fulfilling its commitment to Bangladesh by liberating it from Pakistan. Pakistani soldiers in East Pakistan under CDR Pakistan Army Eastern Command, Lt Gen AAK Niazi, surrendered to the Indian Army.
- It wasn’t a big day for Bangladesh only but was a proud moment for India, who selflessly fought for Bangladesh and liberated it from Pakistan. It was India that helped the secession of East Pakistan into Bangladesh.
- After winning the war, a delegation of 58 freedom fighters (Mukti Joddhas) as well as serving officers reached Kolkata, being called on the invitation of the Eastern Command to incorporate in the Vijay Diwas celebrations on December 16. Since then, the day gets celebrated as Vijay Diwas throughout the country.
Final Words
This way, the day of December 16 holds extreme importance for all of us. Let us all be aware of the sacrifices our martyrs did selflessly for the welfare of the nation and pay our deepest devotion and tribute to them. May we get able to incorporate the respect and patriotism for our country and lead ahead to support the betterment of our nation.