A worker paints a statue of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose in Kolkata.
Credit: PTI File Photo
On January 23, India experiences a wave of national pride as the nation celebrates Parakram Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
The government of India had announced on January 19, 2021 that January 23, every year will be observed as the “Day of Valour”(Parakram Diwas).
“In order to honour and remember Netaji’s indomitable spirit and selfless service to the nation, Government of India has decided to celebrate his birthday on the 23rd day of January every year as “PARAKRAM DIWAS” to inspire people of the country, especially the youth, to act with fortitude in the face of adversity as Netaji did, and to infuse in them a spirit of patriotic fervour,” the Centre had said in a notification.
Every year, several events are held on this date to commemorate Netaji. This year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the event in the evening at the Red Fort and the celebrations will continue till January 31.
“The comprehensive celebration is being organized by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with its allied institutions such as the Archaeological Survey of India, National School of Drama, Sahitya Akademi, and the National Archives of India. As part of the program, the event will host a rich array of activities that delve into the profound legacy of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and the Azad Hind Fauj,” PIB noted.
In the same event, the PM will also digitally launch ‘Bharat Parv’, to showcase India’s diversity with Republic Day Tableaux and cultural exhibits. The festival that is being organised by the Ministry of Tourism, will take place at Ram Leela maidan and Madhav das park, in front of Red Fort.
The nine-day-long event set to conclude on January 31 will feature 26 Ministries and departments highlighting citizen centric initiatives, Vocal for Local, and diverse tourist attractions.