Netaji's birth anniversary: PM Modi remembers 'true son of Mother India'; hails dedication

On the ocassion of Parakram Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ahead of his visit to Kolkata, took to Twitter on Saturday and paid tribute to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. The PM said, "Prayers to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, a great freedom fighter and true son of Mother India, on his birth anniversary. A grateful nation will always remember his sacrifice and dedication for the independence of the country."

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President Kovind pays tribute to Netaji

President Ram Nath Kovind also paid tribute to Netaji on Parakram Diwas. He tweeted, "Netaji is one of our most beloved national heroes who made extraordinary contribution to India's freedom struggle. Netaji’s patriotism and sacrifice shall always inspire us. We are committed to strengthen the spirit of freedom so strongly espoused by him."

The President added, "Tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose as the nation commences his 125th birth anniversary celebrations. It is befitting to celebrate this day as “Parakram Diwas” to honour his boundless courage & valour. Netaji instilled the fervour of nationalism among his countless followers."

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah also took to Twitter and remembered Netaji on his birth anniversary. He said, "The courage and valor of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose gave new strength to the Indian freedom struggle. He organized the youth power of the country with his charismatic leadership under adverse circumstances. My prayers to such a great freedom fighter on his 125th birth anniversary."

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Meanwhile, on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Kolkata to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose by attending the 'Parakram Diwas' celebrations at Victoria Memorial. A cultural programme "Amra Nuton Jouboneri Doot", based on the theme of Netaji, is also going to be held. Before this, PM Modi will visit the National Library where an International Conference “Re-visiting the legacy of Netaji Subhas in the 21st century” will be organized.

On January 19, the Government of India had decided to observe Netaji Subash Chandra Bose's birth anniversary on January 23 every year as Parakram Diwas. The Centre announced its move to pay tribute to the freedom fighter to inspire the youth of the nation to 'act with fortitude in the face of adversity'.The Ministry of Culture issued a circular announcing January 23 to be observed as Parakram Diwas every year from now on. 

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