On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, a commemorative event was held at the Zakhama Military Station with a series of heartfelt tributes and vibrant festivities orchestrated by the Red Shield Division of the Indian Army wherein Governor, La Ganesan was the chief guest.

The ceremony commenced with a solemn wreath-laying at the Orchid War Memorial, where the Governor paid homage to the valiant soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation, informed a press release by PRO & Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Manipur, Nagaland and Southern Arunachal Pradesh. On the occasion a display of cultural richness and patriotic fervour by the students of Loyola School, Zakhama captivated the attendees with a traditional Galo dance and an evocative mime performance. A Khukri dance was also performed by the brave soldiers, showcasing an unwavering spirit.

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Governor of Nagaland, La Ganesan was welcomed by the Station Commander, Zakhama Military Station. In a gesture of gratitude and respect, the Governor honoured Veterans of 1971 Indo-Pak War and paid tribute to the parents of Kargil war hero Capt N Kenguruse, MVC (Posthumous), along with Veer Naris from Nagaland. The day also provided an opportunity for the Governor to engage with serving soldiers and their families.

Vijay Diwas marks a significant day in Indian history, commemorating the resounding victory over Pakistan during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. This historic conflict, lasted 13 days, culminated in an extraordinary triumph for India and led to the surrender of approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers in East Pakistan, known as Bangladesh, since then.