PM Modi dedicates National War Memorial to the nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25, 2019 dedicated the National War Memorial to the nation in a solemn ceremonial function in New Delhi.

The National War Memorial, located near the India Gate in New Delhi, is a fitting tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation, post-independence.

The Memorial commemorates the soldiers who participated and made the supreme sacrifice in Peace Keeping Missions, and Counter Insurgency Operations.

National War Memorial Complex

• The National War Memorial complex includes a central obelisk (pillar), an eternal flame, and six bronze murals depicting famous battles fought by Indian Army, Air Force and Navy.

• Busts of the 21 awardees of Param Veer Chakra have been installed at Param Yoddha Sthal of the Memorial which also includes three living awardees - Subedar Major (Hony Capt) Bana Singh (Retd), Subedar Major Yogendra Singh Yadav and Subedar Sanjay Kumar.

• The Memorial complex is in harmony with the existing layout and symmetry of the majestic Rajpath and Central Vista.

• The complex is a commemoration of the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers since Independence with the names of 25,942 martyrs etched in stone forever.

• The memorial also has other features, such as artificial lighting in the evenings, and a walking plaza.

• The entry to the National War Memorial complex is free for all, but the main area and Param Yoddha Sthal will have timing restrictions.