Captain Vikram Batra  

Captain Vikram Batra's legacy of bravery and determination is immortal. On July 26, Kargil Vijay Diwas, let's honor him with his strong words. 

Captain Naveen Nagappa of the 13 JAK RIF was deployed in Kargil when Pakistani intruders took control of the heights. His mission was to re-capture Point 4875. He still remembers how before they set out for their mission, Captain Vikram Batra told him, 'Gale lag na yaar, na jane kaunsi mulakat aakhri hogi...' (Let's embrace my friend. Who knows this could be our last meeting)

It’s been more than 20 years since the Indian Armed Forces won the gritty and decisive war against Pakistan in Kargil. However, the unparalleled courage and sacrifice of the heroes are still etched in the collective memory of the country. Among the many bravehearts was a man who went on to become the face of every young Indian soldier. Captain Vikram Batra, popularly known as the legendary Shershaah of Kargil. In this episode of India Untold with Sunita Iyer, let’s revisit the story of Param Vir Chakra Vikram Batra, the unbelievably courageous soldier whose actions in the battlefield transcended heroism.

From leaving Merchant Navy and joining Indian Army in 1996, here is the journey of 24-year-old Captain Vikram Batra who sacrificed his life to safeguard India from the enemies.