Karnataka CM pays tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 23 (ANI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday paid floral tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 129th birth anniversary in Bengaluru.
Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 129th birth anniversary, observed as Parakram Diwas, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.
President Murmu also paid tribute to Bose in a post on X, highlighting his influence in the Indian Army during the Freedom Struggle.
"On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary, observed as Parakram Diwas, I offer my humble tribute to this great leader of India's freedom struggle. His call for independence awakened a spirit of courage, self-confidence, unity, and nationalism in the hearts of millions of Indians. Through the Indian National Army, he not only provided decisive leadership to India's freedom movement but also elevated it to the international stage. His ideals continue to inspire every Indian even today," the post read.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled the courage and contribution of the freedom fighter, stating that "his ideals continue to inspire generations.
"Highlighting Bose's patriotism on his birth anniversary, the PM took to X to post, "On the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, which is commemorated as Parakram Diwas, we recall his indomitable courage, resolve and unparalleled contribution to the nation.
"Praising his ideas as timeless and an inspiration for generations, he further added, "He epitomised fearless leadership and unwavering patriotism. His ideals continue to inspire generations to build a strong India.
"Subhash Chandra Bose was an Indian freedom fighter who was born in Cuttack, Odisha, on 23 January 1897.
Born to advocate Janakinath Bose in Odisha's Cuttack on January 23, 1897, Netaji went on to play a key role in the freedom movement. Subhash Chandra Bose is also known for establishing the Azad Hind Fauj.
January 23 is also celebrated as Parakram Diwas to commemorate the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. The Central government had declared January 23 as Parakram Diwas in 2021. (ANI)