Today calendar marks a historic day for India as today is the day (September 29,) but in the year 2016 when the Indian army showed courage and sacrifice against the terrorist attack in Uri – Army camp.
Netizens across India and world took to the social media to pay tribute on this special day. Social media platforms, especially X, witnessed a flood of messages honoring the valour of the Army.
Messages praised the spirit of soldiers who fought against terrorism and protected the country. Hashtags and posts trended throughout the day as people saluted the soldiers. The occasion reminded the nation of the sacrifices made by the armed forces to secure peace and protect India’s sovereignty.
Netizens shared emotional tributes on X to mark the day. One user wrote, “Honouring the courage, valour and determination of our brave soldiers on Surgical Strike Day.
Their sacrifice will always inspire the nation.” Another post in Hindi translated to: “Salute to the brave soldiers on Surgical Strike Day.” Citizens praised the Indian Army as “the brave sons of Mother India,” saluting their unmatched courage. The day saw countless posts with slogans like “Jai Hind” and “Salute to Indian Soldiers.” Messages highlighted that true patriotism is reflected not in words but in sacrifice, echoing the legacy of the 2016 surgical strikes.
On September 29, 2016, Indian Army Para (Special Forces) crossed the Line of Control into Pakistan-administered Kashmir. They targeted areas identified as militant launch pads, striking positions up to one kilometer inside Pakistani territory.
The operation came just ten days after militants attacked an Indian Army camp in Uri, Jammu and Kashmir, killing 19 soldiers. India stated that its strikes killed 35 to 40 militants and destroyed several launch pads. Pakistan acknowledged the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to nine, while also capturing one Indian soldier. The incident marked India’s first publicly declared cross-border strike.
The Indian government described the operation as a successful surgical strike, while Pakistan dismissed the claim. Pakistani officials insisted Indian troops had not crossed the Line of Control and only engaged in border skirmishes.
They later admitted to capturing an Indian soldier but denied heavy losses. Some Pakistani sources alleged that eight Indian soldiers were killed. India, however, confirmed only one soldier in custody and rejected claims of additional casualties.
Analysts worldwide debated the scale of the operation, noting that both sides presented different casualty figures. The lack of independent verification left some details uncertain.
Independent observers questioned the figures released by India, suggesting the actual number of militant casualties was lower than reported. They also debated the use of the term “surgical strike,” pointing out that the operation did not involve air power or deep incursions into Pakistan’s territory.
Analysts argued that the terminology projected a strong message to the public. Indian media widely reported the government’s version of events, often presenting the strikes in a nationalistic tone.
Despite debates, the 2016 operation became a defining moment in India’s military history and changed the dynamics of cross-border engagements with Pakistan.
India celebrated a historic day as the Men in Blue defeated arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final with a thrilling five-wicket victory. The win came on the same night and date that marks the anniversary of India’s successful 2016 surgical strike in PoK, when Indian Army Para (Special Forces) carried out a precise cross-border operation against militant launch pads.
Fans across the nation hailed the double significance of the day, flooding social media with tributes, memes, and hashtags celebrating both the cricketing triumph and the bravery of Indian soldiers.
Swastika Sruti is a Senior Sub Editor at NewsX Digital with 5 years of experience shaping stories that matter. She loves tracking politics- national and global trends, and never misses a chance to dig deeper into policies and developments. Passionate about what’s happening around us, she brings sharp insight and clarity to every piece she works on. When not curating news, she’s busy exploring what’s next in the world of public interest. You can reach her at [swastika.newsx@gmail.com]
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