PM Modi honours Netaji's legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in honouring the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, celebrated as Parakram Diwas (Day of Valour). PM Modi paid floral tributes at Samvidhan Sadan (Old Parliament Building), joined by other leaders, including Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. President Droupadi Murmu highlighted Netaji's dedication to India's freedom, emphasising his courage and charisma that inspired fearless resistance against colonial rule. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar remembered Netaji's indomitable spirit, quoting his iconic words, "Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom." Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid a humble tribute, recognising Netaji's role as a national hero. The government declared January 23 as Parakram Diwas in 2021 to honour Netaji's birth anniversary.