Tiger Hill Triumph: India's Valor In The 1999 Kargil War

Located in the Drass-Kargil area of Jammu and Kashmir, Tiger Hill stands as one of the highest peaks in the region

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Its high elevation provides a vital view of the Srinagar-Leh Highway (NH1-D), a supply route linking Srinagar to Leh in Ladakh

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In May 1999, Pakistani forces infiltrated and occupied Tiger Hill and other key Indian positions under the guise of insurgents

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To reclaim the occupied region, the Indian Army initiated Operation Vijay, which involved airstrikes and artillery fire

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At over 16,700 feet, harsh weather and rugged terrain posed extreme challenges for Indian troops

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A multi-directional assault on Tiger Hill was launched on July 3, 1999, by units including 2 Naga Regiment, 8 Sikh, and 18 Grenadiers

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In order to surprise Pakistani troops, valiant Indian soldiers climbed steep, vertical slopes at night

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Tiger Hill was captured by the Indian Army on July 8, 1999, following a fierce battle with heavy casualties

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The victory of Tiger Hill played a significant role in the Kargil War, which ended on July 26, 1999

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