In pics: Army helicopters on display ahead of Vijay Diwas commemorations in Kolkata

Army helicopters and mounted police conducted rehearsal drills at Kolkata's Maidan ahead of the Vijay Diwas celebrations, which will feature the Eastern Command's military tattoo.Observed on December 16, Vijay Diwas commemorates India's victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, a landmark triumph that resulted in the creation of Bangladesh.

Surarika Das | Updated on: Dec 16, 2025 | 10:21 AM

Indian Army helicopters fly in close formation during rehearsal ahead of Vijay Diwas celebrations, commemorating India’s 1971 victory in the Indo-Pak war

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Helicopters fly in formation over Kolkata’s skyline as part of Vijay Diwas commemorations, honoring the valor of our armed forces

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Army helicopter on display during Vijay Diwas commemorations in Kolkata, marking India’s 1971 victory over Pakistan

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CDS General Anil Chauhan inaugurates the renovated Eastern Command Museum, Kolkata, celebrating decades of courage, valour, and operational excellence of our armed forces

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An army official rides a horse as part of 'Tent pegging' during an event organised to commemorate 'Vijay Diwas', in Kolkata

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A helicopter takes off during rehearsal for Vijay Diwas commemorations at Kolkata’s Maidan, as a woman looks on from the ground during practice drills

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From left: Shiv Singh and Ram Dutt, martyrs of the Bangladesh Liberation War

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CDS General Anil Chauhan addressing the Vijay Diwas commemorations at Kolkata’s Maidan

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Army helicopters fly in formation during rehearsal drills at Kolkata’s Maidan ahead of the Vijay Diwas celebrations and the Eastern Command’s military tattoo

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In pics: Army helicopters on display ahead of Vijay Diwas commemorations in Kolkata

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