Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia Pays Tribute To Her Father On Vijay Diwas
Nimrit mentioned that she was four years old when her father served in Kargil and received his first gallantry honour, a Sena Medal.
On Kargil Vijay Diwas, as the nation remembers the heroes of the 1999 fight, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia discussed her father, Brigadier (retd) Gurdeep Singh Ahluwalia's career. He fought in the Kargil War and received the Sena Medal for his bravery. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Nimrit mentioned that she was four years old when her father served in Kargil and received his first gallantry honour, a Sena Medal.
Nimrit shared that even at such a young age, she could sense the strain at home, particularly through her mother. Nimrit's mother would barely sleep or rest and was working while also taking care of her brother and herself. She would also be glued to the television for updates. Nimrit recalled, 'There was this one time during the Kargil war that my mom hadn't heard from my dad for a couple of days. That's when my dad revealed to her that every time he would go on an operation, he would call before he went. That one time, I remember my mom didn't receive a call for like 15–20 days, and she would say, 'No news is good news,' just to kind of make peace with the reality of it all."
The actress stated that when her father was awarded the Sena Medal, they were very proud but also understood the cost of a war. She added, 'It's just a very bittersweet kind of a situation because whatever said and done — we lost out on so many lives — and it's just something no one wants a repeat of ever again."
Why Is Kargil Vijay Diwas Observed?
Kargil Vijay Diwas is commemorated annually on July 26 and marks India's victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War of 1999. The day commemorates the courage and sacrifice of Indian soldiers who fought valiantly during the conflict. Memorial services are held around the country, particularly at the Kargil War Memorial in Dras, Ladakh.
Meanwhile, Nimrit is focused on her acting career. She is most known for her role in the hit television drama Choti Sarrdaarni. She also appeared on Rohit Shetty's popular adventure reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 14.
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July 26, 2025, 14:12 IST
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