PM Modi leads nation on Twitter to salute 'indomitable spirit' of heroes who routed Pakistan in 1971 war

New Delhi: As India celebrates Vijay Diwas on December 16 to commemorate its Army’s victory over Pakistan in 1971, politicians and celebrities took to Twitter to pay tribute to the brave soldiers who fought relentlessly during the war for the independence of Bangladesh from Pakistan. 

Forty-seven years ago, on this very same day, the chief of the Pakistani forces, General Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi, along with 93,000 troops surrendered to Indian Army and Bangladesh Forces called the Mukti Bahini. 

On Sunday (December 16, 2018), expressing gratitude to India, Bangladesh lawmaker Quazi Rosy said, "Without you (Indian Armed Forces), we would not have been able to attain independence so fast."

Check out some tweets here: 

Salutations to our soldiers who valiantly fought 1971 war and brought victory to our Nation. We remain indebted to them for their courage and selfless service to the Nation. #VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/h4GikvtfiH

— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) December 16, 2018

47 years ago on this day , in 1971, was a historic day for our armed forces #VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/m0iE7nkNaC

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 16, 2018

Sometimes it is necessary and morally right for the sword to be mightier than the pen. #VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/iWshViVaVZ

— Anand Ranganathan (@ARanganathan72) December 16, 2018

Today on #VijayDiwas, we remember the indomitable spirit of the brave soldiers who fought in 1971. Their unwavering courage and patriotism ensured our country is safe. Their service will always inspire every Indian.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 16, 2018

Dec16th is #VijayDiwas #VijayDiwas2018 - a day in 1971 when #India ‘s armed forces @adgpi @IAF_MCC @indiannavy @BSF_India inflictd defeat on #Pakistan resultg in PakArmys surrender - the largest post WW2 surrender#RememberAndNeverForget those who servd n sacrficd 🇮🇳🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/i1R3ThHcWI

— Rajeev Chandrasekhar 🇮🇳 (@rajeev_mp) December 16, 2018

Today, in 1971, was the day of one of the most conclusive war victories in history.
Some pictures of my father, from the time, though I've shared these earlier. #VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/HPY8Vz8y2J

— Navdeep Singh (@SinghNavdeep) December 16, 2018

On #VijayDiwas, a salute to the unparalleled valor of India's armed forces.

In 1971, on this day, our armed forces defeated Pakistan and Bangladesh was born.

The legendary courage and sacrifice of our armed forces will continue to inspire India for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/J43XwMkgUt

— Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) December 16, 2018

Today at 12:30 pm, Bengaluru will dedicate a road to hero of Nagrota, Major Akshay Girish. Do be there to pay respects to the martyr. There couldn’t have been a better day to honour him. Today is #VijayDiwas @megirish2001 @sonali_singh @FlagsOfHonour @adgpi pic.twitter.com/YEXdAbGz8M

— Major Gaurav Arya (@majorgauravarya) December 16, 2018

On this occasion of #VijayDiwas, let us remember the victory of our brave soldiers in 1971. I salute their courage, valor and patriotism for our country. They are inspiration to all of us.

— Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) December 16, 2018

The nation observing the 48th #VijayDiwas today. On the occasion of #VijayDiwas, I salute the brave soldiers of the Indian Army who fought valiantly in the 1971 war and defeated the Pakistan Army. Jai Hind pic.twitter.com/NhWk61VDOG

— Arjun Ram Meghwal (@arjunrammeghwal) December 16, 2018

#VijayDiwas is a reminder of the superiority & might of our armed forces. This day in 1971, the valour of are soldiers led to the surrender of Pakistan.Salute our forces for their glorious victories & their invaluable service to the nation in times of war as well as during peace. pic.twitter.com/zBKdv1nBGh

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) December 16, 2018

On this historic day, today, my salute to the united spirit of the Indian Armed Forces.#VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/yjl7pf9eCD

— Maneka Gandhi (@Manekagandhibjp) December 16, 2018

As we mark a historic milestone of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, I bow to the unflinching courage and indomitable spirit of our Armed Forces. 🇮🇳#VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/AlQ0DkBE40

— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) December 16, 2018

#VijayDiwas
"You surrender or we wipe you out", said Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw to Pakistan on 13th December,1971. Within three days, more than 93,000 Pakistani troops surrendered on 16th December, 1971. pic.twitter.com/Xu0ycNP2t7

— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) December 16, 2018

On 13th Dec, 1971 - Field Marshal Manekshaw warned Pak forces
“You surrender or we wipe you out"

In 3 days, the world saw unprecedented surrender of 93000 Pak troops 🇮🇳 #JaiHind #VijayDiwas
In pics - Lieutenant General Jagjit Singh Arora with Surrendering General Niazi of Pak 🙂 pic.twitter.com/bbcB4wnAYD

— Manjinder S Sirsa (@mssirsa) December 16, 2018

#VijayDiwas greetings to the country. It was on this day in 1971 that Pakistani forces unconditionally surrendered before the allied forces of the Indian army and Mukti Bahini of East Pakistan. Jai Hind, Amar Jawan. Happy Birthday #Bangladesh pic.twitter.com/Qy8niivGIf

— Smita Prakash (@smitaprakash) December 16, 2018

On #VijayDiwas I salute the brave soldiers of the Indian Army who fought valiantly in the 1971 war and defeated the Pakistan Army. Jai Hind

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 16, 2018