Army's Diwali
Indian Army personnel celebrated Diwali along the Line of Control (LoC), in Akhnoor sector of Jammu and Kashmir as a family tradition of the armed forces. (Photo: PTI)
Duty and celebration
While maintaining high vigilance and alertness against adversary attempts to infiltrate terrorists across the border, the jawans lit diyas and burst crackers to mark the festive occasion. (Photo: PTI)
'High alert' festivities
The soldiers maintained constant vigilance along the Line of Control, ensuring security against potential threats from the other side of the border. ""We are on alert round the clock along the borderline. Celebrations and duty go hand in hand," said a soldier." Another soldier in the celebration monitored every movement along the LoC using advanced surveillance gadgets to ensure constant vigilance. (Photo: PTI)
'A big family'
Talking about the celebrtions an officer said, "The Army is like a big family; we celebrate Diwali with fellow jawans and officers." (Photo: PTI)
Aarti and fireworks
The soldiers held prayers dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, performed Lakshmi-Ganesh aartis, and celebrated with fireworks during the festivities. (Photo: PTI)
Sweets distribution
The soldiers also shared sweets with one another to celebrate the festival of lights. (Photo: AP)
Extending celebrations
The Indian Army extended Diwali celebrations to remote communities residing close to the Line of Control (LoC). Military personnel organized traditional festivities at various spots across Poonch and Rajouri districts, ensuring the spirit of the festival reached these border areas. (Photo: PTI)