Parakram Diwas: PM Modi leads tributes to Netaji on his birth anniversary

President Droupadi Murmu also paid her respects, highlighting Netaji’s unwavering commitment to India’s independence and his enduring impact on the nation’s freedom struggle.

“I pay my tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, observed as Parakram Diwas! Netaji demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the cause of India’s freedom. His unparalleled courage and charisma inspired Indians to fight fearlessly against colonial rule. His powerful personality had a profound impact on our freedom struggle. The nation will always remember Netaji with utmost gratitude,” President Murmu posted on X.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also commemorated the birth anniversary of the freedom fighter. In a tweet, Dhankhar wrote, “Remembering the fearless leader, #Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, on his birth anniversary, celebrated as Parakram Diwas. His indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment to India’s independence continue to inspire us all.” “May this day serve as a reminder to keep Bharat first, and to work tirelessly towards a united, prosperous, and free India,” he wrote.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said Bose was a leading example of Indian values of pluralism and tolerance. Gandhi, who is currently in Assam for the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, offered floral tributes before a garlanded photograph of Netaji at a campsite in the state.

He posted on X, “Our heartfelt tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 127th birth anniversary. Netaji’s Indian National Army with brigades named Gandhi, Nehru, Azad, Subhas, and Rani of Jhansi regiment played an integral role in India’s freedom struggle..
“He was a leading example of Indian values of pluralism, social and economic justice, tolerance, and gender inclusivity. Jai Hind!”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended his tribute to the leader. “Humble tribute to the great hero of the freedom struggle, leader of ‘Azad Hind Fauj’, ‘Netaji’ Subhash Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary! Tribute to the memories of national hero and revered ‘Netaji’ on ‘Valour Day’!,” Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath posted on X.

The government had declared January 23 as Parakram Diwas in 2021 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.