A grand ceremony commemorating Kargil Vijay Diwas was organised by the Veer Jawan Foundation at Vishnudas Bhave Natyagruha in Vashi on Sunday, July 26, celebrating the valour of Indian soldiers and paying tribute to their supreme sacrifices.

The event, held in an atmosphere of patriotism and emotion, was attended by Padma Shri awardee and playback singer Shankar Mahadevan, Additional Commissioner Sameer Wankhede, NSG Black Cat Commando Colonel Abhishek Kumar, Major Inderjit Singh, Colonel Ranade, actor Ketan Karande, Shaurya Chakra awardee Madhusudan Surve, Veer Jawan Foundation founder and former civil servant Vijay Nahata, and foundation president Suresh Kakade, a retired Indian Army officer.

The highlight of the programme was the special felicitation of 14 Veeranganas, the widows of soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation. Each Veerangana was presented with financial assistance of Rs 50,000 as a mark of respect and gratitude for the sacrifices made by their families.

The ceremony also featured a musical tribute by Shankar Mahadevan, whose patriotic songs filled the auditorium with emotion and pride. His performance left many Veeranganas, Veermatas and attendees visibly moved.

The event witnessed participation from NCC cadets, social organisations, volunteers, sponsors and citizens who gathered to honour the courage and dedication of India’s armed forces.

Suresh Kakade expressed gratitude to all dignitaries, supporters, volunteers and citizens who contributed to the successful organisation of the programme, reaffirming the foundation’s commitment to honouring the nation’s brave soldiers and their families.