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- Karnataka Chief Minister D.K.
- Shivakumar paid tributes to the soldiers who died in the 1999 Kargil War at a Kargil Vijay Diwas event in Bengaluru, marking the 27th anniversary of India's victory.
- He said 527 soldiers were martyred in the conflict, including 13 from Karnataka, and described their sacrifice as the foundation of the country's freedom and security.
- He highlighted Karnataka's defence ecosystem, naming institutions such as HAL, BEL, BEML, DRDO, ISRO, ADA and NAL, and recalled Field Marshal K.M.
- Cariappa's contribution.
- He also assured families of serving and retired defence personnel of the State government's support and welcomed proposals for their welfare.
What to watch next
- Any State government proposals or announcements on welfare for soldiers' families following the call for suggestions
- Future Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations and participation of defence personnel in Karnataka
- Any follow-up on the State's role in India's defence manufacturing and research institutions
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