New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS): A special show "1965: India's Battles And Heroes” will unfold the events of the 1965 India-Pakistan war on the small screen to mark its 50th anniversary on September 14 on Discovery Channel.

The programme will recount the valour and sacrifice of the Indian soldiers. It will also narrate the complete story of the war by using rare archival footage, reconstructions and first hand experiences of the 1965 war survivors, read a statement.

It captures the circumstances of the battle and each milestone, while highlighting the various equipments used during the war, and daring challenges that the soldiers faced.

Rahul Johri, executive vice president and general manager - South Asia, Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, said: “It will piece together the circumstances of the war and the bravery of the war heroes through rare archival footage and captivating narration.”

The programme will also have the 1965 heroes, who survived the war, tell tales of valour, the war-room strategies, the achievements and immense sacrifices made by the Indian soldiers.