July 26, 2020: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attacked Pakistan for its 'misadventure' in Kargil 21 years ago.

"Pakistan undertook this misadventure with sinister plans to capture India's land and to divert attention from its internal conflicts," Modi said in his address to the nation through 'Mann ki Baat'.

"21 yrs ago on this day, our army won the Kargil war. India was then trying to have cordial relations with Pakistan but is said that it is in the nature of the wicked to have enmity with everyone for no reason. On Kargil Vijay Diwas, we remember the courage and determination of our armed forces, who steadfastly protected our nation in 1999. Their valour continues to inspire generations," said the PM.

Referring to the COVID-19 situation he said, "Today, COVID19 recovery rate in our country is better than others. Our fatality rate is much less than most other countries. We able to save the lives of lakhs of people, but threat of Coronavirus is not over yet. It is spreading fast many areas, we need to remain vigilant."

He also urged people "to take resolve to get freedom from Coronavirus, for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, to learn and teach something new, and abide by our duties" on this Independence Day.