Vijay Diwas 2022: Importance and Historical Context of the Day India Defeated Pakistan in the 1971 War

Vijay Diwas 2022: Today, the country is celebrating Vijay Diwas to remember India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. On this day, magnificent tributes are given to military heroes in remembrance of their efforts. On December 16, 1971, in Dhaka, Pakistani forces commanded by General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi unconditionally submitted to coalition forces commanded by Lieutenant General Jagjit Singh Aurora.

When the war was over, Bangladesh became independent. The war of 1971 changed the way the United States interacted with Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India in South Asia. On Vijay Diwas, people remember how the Indian Armed Forces defeated Pakistani forces during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Martyrs who gave their lives in defense of their nation are honored. On December 16, 1971, India and Pakistan's 13-day war came to an end. As a result, Bangladesh, a new nation, was created. Bijoy Dibos, or Victory Day, is another name for the day in Bangladesh.



The courage of the Indian soldiers who made significant sacrifices in the war of 1971 is symbolized by Vijay Diwas. The day tells the story of India's bravest sons' valor, unshakable fortitude, and sacrifice.

Lt. Gen. Jagjit Singh Arora landed at the airport in Dhaka by helicopter on December 16, 1971, around 4:30 p.m. The documentation for the surrender was signed while he and General Niazi were seated at a table. The revolver used by General Niazi was given to Lieutenant General Arora. Tears started to form in Niazi's eyes. Niazi was rescued unharmed by senior Indian Military commanders despite the fact that the people were ready to murder him.

When the victory was announced, the Parliament erupted in celebration. At the time, the country's then-prime minister, Indira Gandhi, was sitting for a television interview in her office at Parliament House. General Manekshaw informed her of India's amazing victory at that point.