Fri Jan 24 12:53:23 UTC 2025: **India Celebrates Parakram Diwas, Honors Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Legacy**
CUTTACK, INDIA – Parakram Diwas, the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, was celebrated across India today with a focus on his legacy of fighting for freedom and his vision for a developed nation. The main celebrations took place in Cuttack, Odisha, Netaji’s birthplace, featuring a large exhibition showcasing his life and achievements. The exhibition includes paintings depicting key moments in his life, along with numerous books and artifacts.
Prime Minister [Name of Prime Minister], in a speech commemorating the occasion, highlighted Netaji’s unwavering commitment to Indian independence, even foregoing a comfortable life in the British civil service. He urged Indians to emulate Netaji’s dedication by working towards a developed India, emphasizing the importance of unity and efficiency. The Prime Minister also lauded the significant progress India has made in the last decade, citing the lifting of 250 million people out of poverty and advancements in infrastructure and military strength.
The government’s commitment to honoring Netaji’s memory was also emphasized, referencing the recently unveiled Netaji statue near India Gate, the renaming of an Andaman island, and the annual tribute to INA soldiers during Republic Day parades. A museum dedicated to Netaji at the Red Fort, established in 2019, and the Subhash Chandra Bose Disaster Management Awards are further examples of this commemoration. The Prime Minister concluded by calling for continued dedication to building a strong and prosperous India as a fitting tribute to Netaji’s legacy.
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