'Param Vir Dirgha' inaugurated at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Vijay Diwas

India Dec 17, 2025

On Vijay Diwas, President Droupadi Murmu opened the new Param Vir Dirgha gallery at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The space now honors Indian military heroes, displaying portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees—the country's bravest soldiers.
Top defense leaders like Rajnath Singh and General Anil Chauhan joined the ceremony.

Why does it matter?

This gallery is part of India's ongoing push to move past colonial symbols and celebrate its own legacy.
By highlighting real stories of courage, it encourages national pride and reminds us to honor those who made huge sacrifices for the country.