The Kargil War, fought between India and Pakistan from May to July 1999, was a significant conflict centered in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir. The war began with the infiltration of Pakistani soldiers and militants into Indian territory, aiming to cut off the vital Srinagar-Leh highway. The Indian Army launched Operation Vijay, and the Indian Air Force conducted Operation Safed Sagar to reclaim the occupied heights. The conflict ended with India regaining control of the peaks by July 26, 1999, marking a significant military victory and boosting national morale.
India faces ongoing challenges to its national security. The creation of the Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) in 2019 aimed…