The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is organizing ‘Parakram Diwas–2026’ from 23rd to 25th January 2026 at Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, along with celebrations at 13 other iconic locations across the country associated with the life and legacy of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, one of India’s most revered freedom fighters.
The event marks the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and aims to honour his unparalleled contribution to India’s freedom struggle and his enduring legacy of courage, sacrifice and patriotism.
About Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
- Born on January 23, 1897 in Cuttack, Odisha, into a well-off Bengali family.
- Parents: Janakinath Bose (a lawyer) and Prabhavati Devi.
- Studied at Presidency College, Calcutta and later at Cambridge University in England.
- Passed the Indian Civil Services exam but resigned, unwilling to serve under British rule.
- Rose quickly in the Indian National Congress, becoming President in 1938 and 1939.
- Advocated for complete independence, clashing with leaders like Gandhi who favored non-violence.
- Founded the Forward Bloc in 1939 after resigning from Congress leadership.
- Escaped British surveillance and sought international support against colonial rule.
- Formed the Indian National Army (INA) in 1943 with Japanese backing, aiming to liberate India by force.
- Famous for his rallying cry: “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom!”
- His leadership inspired thousands of Indians to join the INA and fight against the British.
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