New Delhi: State Defence Minister Sanjay Seth has launched the revamped Gallantry Awards Portal in New Delhi on November 12, 2026, with the aim of preserving the courage, valour and sacrifices of India's Gallantry Award recipients. The upgraded digital platform is designed to provide citizens with easier access to information about military heroes, gallantry awards, wars and India's military history since independence.
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The revamped portal features an enhanced, citizen-centric interface with improved navigation, responsive design and accessibility. Its dedicated sections include Events, Memorials and Museums, Warpedia, Awardees, Gallantrypedia articles, Media and an interactive Tribute section, allowing visitors to explore military history and pay homage to the nation's bravehearts.
A key feature is the integration of Veer Gatha, which brings together information about every edition of the programme, including its themes, timelines, evaluation criteria, awards, results, felicitation ceremonies and student activities. The platform connects students with the stories of gallantry award recipients and encourages them to express their learning through creative entries.
The Veer Gatha initiative has expanded significantly since its first edition, which involved approximately eight lakh students from 4,788 schools. By its fifth edition, participation has grown to more than 1.92 crore students from around 1.9 lakh schools. This includes 28,005 students from 91 CBSE-affiliated schools across 18 countries, highlighting its growing international reach.
The portal aims to establish a comprehensive digital repository of information on Gallantry Awards, awardees, military operations, wars and India's defence heritage. By combining historical records, educational resources and interactive features, the initiative seeks to strengthen awareness of military history and promote patriotism, particularly among young citizens.
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and other senior Ministry of Defence officials were present during the launch. The initiative reflected Ministry's efforts to use digital platforms to preserve the legacy of India's armed forces and bring the stories of its decorated personnel closer to future generations.
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