India's army chief 'warned' Pakistan on Friday that it would get a "bloodied nose" if there was a repeat of a bloody battle which took place 20 years ago. Amidst renewed tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbours, General Bipin Rawat 'cautioned' Pakistan as India staged nationwide ceremonies for the anniversary of the end of the three-month Kargil conflict. About 1,000 Indian and Pakistani soldiers died in the battle which has gone down in history as the world's highest.
"This (Kargil) was a misadventure. Misadventures should not be repeated. You will get a bloodied nose next time," Rawat said referring to Pakistan at a media briefing in Indian occupied Kashmir. India's right-wing government, which takes a hardline stance on Pakistan, held a series of flag-waving events to mark the 20th anniversary, including trekking trips to the mountain top frontier.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted a photo from 1999 when he said he went to Kargil to "show solidarity with our brave soldiers". He paid tributes to the "mighty warriors who sacrificed everything to defend the motherland". Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli was among sports and Bollywood personalities to praise the military. "We will never forget all the sacrifices you made for us. Respect, Love, Salute," said Kohli on Twitter.
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