In pictures: President Murmu inaugurates Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan; portraits of all 21 awardees on display

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Vijay Diwas, a gallery honoring India's 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. This new exhibition replaces colonial-era displays, symbolizing a shift towards celebrating national heroes and their sacrifices in defending the nation. Vijay Diwas commemorates India's 1971 victory and the liberation of Bangladesh.

Dec 17, 2025 - 15:45
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In pictures: President Murmu inaugurates Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan; portraits of all 21 awardees on display
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Param Vir Dirgha at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Vijay Diwas, a gallery honoring India's 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees. This new exhibition replaces colonial-era displays, symbolizing a shift towards celebrating national heroes and their sacrifices in defending the nation. Vijay Diwas commemorates India's 1971 victory and the liberation of Bangladesh.

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