Categories: Defence

Kargil War: Point 5140 at Dras in Kargil sector named as Gun Hill

Indian Armed Forces and pay tribute to the supreme sacrifice of the Gunners in “Operation Vijay”, Point 5140 at Dras in the Kargil sector has been christened as Gun Hill. Regiment of Artillery of the Indian Army, with lethal and accurate firepower, was able to have a telling effect on the enemy troops and their defences including Point 5140, which was the key factor in the early completion of operations.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

The ceremony was conducted in the presence of Veterans from all Artillery Regiments, which got the honour title “KARGIL” in Operation Vijay. Serving Officers of the Gunner fraternity were also present on the occasion. On July 26, 1999, the Indian Army announced the successful culmination of ‘Operation Vijay’, declaring victory after a nearly three-month-long battle with Pakistani troops on the icy heights of Kargil in Ladakh.

Find More News Related to Defence


Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Mark Wood Retires from International Cricket After 11-Year England Career

England fast bowler Mark Wood announced his retirement from international cricket on September 22, 2026,…

22 minutes ago

India Wins Asian Games 2026 Women’s Cricket Gold, Defeats Sri Lanka by 147 Runs

The Indian women’s cricket team won the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 after…

1 hour ago

India Endorses G20 Energy Consensus on Access, Water Reuse and Critical Minerals

India has endorsed the consensus outcomes of the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial, reinforcing its engagement…

3 hours ago

7th National Formulary of India 2026 Launched in New Delhi

The 7th edition of the National Formulary of India (NFI) 2026 was launched on September…

3 hours ago

Government Dissolves Digital Communications Commission After 37 Years

The Government of India has dissolved the Digital Communications Commission (DCC), the apex inter-departmental decision-making…

3 hours ago

11th Ayurveda Day 2026: Theme, Significance and India’s Growing Ayush Ecosystem

India will observe the 11th Ayurveda Day on September 23, 2026, celebrating the country’s more…

4 hours ago