GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 23rd Jan. There are several important reasons why January 23 is remembered in both national and global history. In Bharat’s revolutionary history, this date holds immense significance because of Subhash Chandra Bose. Subhash Chandra Bose was born in Cuttack, Odisha, on January 23, 1897. Coming from a wealthy Bengali family, Bose always challenged British rule. He displayed bravery and courage throughout his life. The day of Netaji’s birth is now observed as “Valor Day” or “Parakram Diwas”.
On Parakram Diwas, a variety of programs are held. In schools and universities, children are taught the significance of this day and the history of the freedom struggle movement is reaffirmed. The phrase “Tum mujhe khoon do… Mein tumahe aazadi dunga” was coined by none other than Netaji. This catchphrase fuelled the flames of Bharatiya’ independence-demanding hearts even more. Bose’s whole life is an inspiration for every Bharatiya youth. In order to prepare for the Indian Administrative Service, Bose travelled to England. However, he quit the administrative service to support his country’s freedom and returned home. This is when he established the Azad Hind Government and Azad Hind Fauj, calling for an independent Bharat. Furthermore, he started his own bank; Azad Hind. Ten different countries supported it. He introduced international nations to Bharat’s freedom movement.
There were numerous brave and gallantic incidents throughout Netaji’s life. One of these occurred while Subhas Chandra Bose had been imprisoned in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands’ cellular jail.
During 1942, the Japanese managed to subjugate the British and take control of the Andaman Islands. And it was during this period, in his wonderful period of traveling to all parts of Bharat, that Subhas Chandra Bose made a visit to the Cellular Jail. Subhas Chandra took up the responsibility of the Indian Independence League from Rash Behari Bose while he was in Singapore. Here, he was given the name Netaji and made the official announcement of Azad Hind Fauj’s founding. In 1943, Bose visited the Andamans and Cellular Jail following a series of meetings. The haunting silence of the location brought back memories of the suffering and hardships the captives endured at the hands of the ruthless British. And it was in this location on December 30th, Netaji raised the Bharatiya national flag and began the historic process of releasing the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from the oppressive British rule.
On March 23, 1942, Imperial Japanese Navy ships attacked the islands of Ross and Chatham, which served as Port Blair’s entry points, capturing the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for Japanese forces. The Japanese finished occupying Port Blair in the following two days, detained British officials, and set up their own government. It continued into October 1945. In December 1943, Subhas Chandra Bose made a trip to the Andamans.
Following his daring escape from Calcutta in 1941, Subhas Chandra Bose traveled from Germany to Tokyo during the first week of June 1943, and from there he proceeded to Singapore. On July 4, 1943, in a momentous public meeting in Singapore, Rash Behari Bose gave him the reins of the Indian Independence League. Subhas Chandra Bose, who became known as “Netaji,” assumed leadership of the League after becoming its President.
On July 5, 1943, Netaji officially declared the creation of the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army) by giving his allies the battle cry “Delhi Chalo.” On August 25, 1943, Netaji assumed direct command of the Indian National Army.
On October 23, 1943, Japan, as well as Germany, Way, Manchuko, the Philippines, Burma, National China, Hungary, and Croatia, recognized the provisional government of Azad Hind.
In a press release dated November 8, 1943, Netaji said that the first area to be freed from British rule would be the Andaman Islands, which were returned to the Bharat.
Following consultations between the two governments, it was decided that the Japanese government would remain in charge of defense and foreign policy, while the Afghan government would take over responsibility for other administrative agencies.
On December 29, 1943, around midday, Netaji arrived in the Andaman Islands with Saravshri Anand Mohan Sahay, Captain Rawat, ADC, and Netaji’s personal physician, Col. D.S. Raju. The fervent Bharatiya and Burmese extended a cordial welcome to him as well. Netaji toured the ancient Cellular Jail, where the walls silently described to him the suffering endured by the political prisoners subjected to torture. He witnessed the bravery and unwavering spirit that defied the wrath of the government as well. Netaji lavished praise on the valiant sacrifices made by the Bharatiya warriors.
The National Flag was raised by Netaji on the liberated Bharatiya soil the next day, December 30, 1943, marking a first for British rule in Bharat history. There was happiness and celebration throughout all of the rituals involved in regaining the lost land from the enemy. The moment was made more solemn by the chorus of people singing the national song. Over the course of the day, the British chief commissioner’s house on Ross Island saw the National Flag raised to the top. Netaji hoped that one day the Viceroy’s House in New Delhi would fly the same flag.
During a news interview in the first quarter of 1944, Netaji claimed that the temporary government had become a legally recognized national institution as well as a reality with the seizure of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Because the British had historically utilized the Andaman Islands as a detention facility for political prisoners, their liberation held symbolic importance. As Bharatiya territory was freed, part by part, it was always the first land that was important.
In addition to being a man of extraordinary bravery and tenacity, Subhash Chandra Bose was a socialist, a visionary, a warrior, a leader, an intellectual, and a devoted son of his native country. He earned the most significant and esteemed title in history as a result of his unwavering pursuit of his nation’s independence.
On January 23, Parakram Diwas is observed as a day of bravery, inspiring people to reflect on Netaji’s steadfast character and the sacrifices he made in the struggle for Bharat’s liberation. The significance of this day stems from the collective memory of a nation that, in hard times, found inspiration in Netaji’s leadership.
The steadfast determination, astute strategic planning, and fervent conviction in the principles of courage and liberty that defined Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s role in the Bharatiya independence movement.
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