Captain Vijayant Thapar, Vir Chakra: A Nation's Hero | Kargil Vijay Diwas | Life N Living | Sunetra

Kargil Vijay Diwas Special | Captain Vijayant Thapar's Story of Courage & Sacrifice Captain Vijayant Thapar, Vir Chakra: A Nation's Hero | Kargil Vijay Diwas | Life N Living | Sunetra Life N Living presents a special Kargil Vijay Diwas episode in remembrance of Captain Vijayant Thapar, Vir Chakra (Posthumous), one of India's bravest heroes who laid down his life during the 1999 Kargil War while leading his men against Pakistani intruders. Hosted by Sunetra Chakraborty, this heartfelt conversation features Colonel V.N. Thapar (Retd.) and Mrs. Tripta Thapar, proud parents of Captain Vijayant Thapar, whose family has served the Indian Armed Forces for four generations. In this moving 51-minute conversation, they recount Vijayant's childhood, his unwavering commitment to the nation, his final mission during the Battle of Knoll, and the values that shaped him into a courageous officer. They also share why it is vital for today's youth and Generation Z to remember the sacrifices of soldiers who safeguard India's freedom. The episode opens with a brief tribute featuring a short excerpt from the iconic patriotic song "Sandese Aate Hain" from the film Border, inspired by a memorable Indian Idol 2023 performance by Piyush, during which Colonel V.N. Thapar and Mrs. Tripta Thapar were honoured as special guests. This episode is more than a conversation—it is a tribute to courage, sacrifice, patriotism, and the enduring legacy of Captain Vijayant Thapar. Duration: 51 Minutes 34 Seconds Captain Vijayant Thapar Vijayant Thapar Vir Chakra Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Kargil War heroes Colonel V.N. Thapar interview Tripta Thapar interview Life N Living podcast Sunetra Chakraborty Indian Army heroes Kargil War 1999 Battle of Knoll patriotic podcast India soldiers sacrifice #kargilvijaydiwas #virchakra #indianarmy #RememberTheHeroes #LifeNLiving #SunetraChakraborty #ColonelVNThapar #TriptaThapar #kargilwar1999 #nationfirst #saluteourheroes #militaryhistory #indiansoldiers #jaihind #patriotism #neverforget #operationvijay #heroesofindia #genz