Controversy Erupts Over Kangana Ranaut's Claim of Bose as India's First PM
Actor and BJP nominee Kangana Ranaut's statement misidentifying Subhas Chandra Bose as India's first Prime Minister draws sharp criticism and sparks historical debate.
- Kangana Ranaut, a BJP nominee for the Lok Sabha elections, erroneously referred to Subhas Chandra Bose as 'India's first Prime Minister', sparking controversy.
- BRS leader KTR and others criticized Ranaut's statement, highlighting factual inaccuracies and prompting reactions on social media.
- Historical context reveals that Bose did establish the Azad Hind government in 1943, declaring himself as Prime Minister, but this was not recognized as India's official government.
- The Azad Hind government played a significant role in the freedom struggle, with leaders like PM Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh acknowledging Bose's contributions.
- Despite criticism, the incident has reignited discussions about Bose's legacy and the role of the Azad Hind government in India's independence movement.
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