India Honors Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on Parakram Diwas
Prime Minister Modi leads tributes to the iconic freedom fighter, emphasizing unity and the vision of a developed India.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 128th birth anniversary, celebrated as Parakram Diwas across India.
- Modi highlighted Bose's legacy of unity and sacrifice, urging Indians to step out of their comfort zones to achieve the goal of a 'Viksit Bharat' (developed India) by 2047.
- Events marking the day included a grand celebration in Cuttack, Odisha, Bose's birthplace, and exhibitions showcasing his life and contributions to India's freedom struggle.
- Bose's leadership of the Indian National Army (INA) and his call for complete independence continue to inspire the nation, with slogans like 'Jai Hind' and 'Give me blood, and I will give you freedom' celebrated widely.
- The government has institutionalized Bose's legacy through initiatives like the Parakram Diwas designation, a museum at the Red Fort, and the Subhas Chandra Bose Disaster Management Awards.