Tributes poured in from Congress heavyweights on Subhas Chandra Bose’s birth anniversary, evoking the saga of a man who dared to dream of a free India through armed struggle. Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Bhupendra Hooda, and Randeep Surjewala invoked Netaji’s fiery oratory and unity pledge against communal strife.
Kharge’s X reflection celebrated Netaji’s role in Congress and INA, his slogans fueling patriotic fire and his anti-sectarian resolve guiding national service. Rahul Gandhi honored the leader’s valor that advanced the freedom quest, a perennial guidepost for citizens.
Hooda’s post spotlighted the energizing power of Netaji’s famous exhortation, while Surjewala quoted his assurance of victory despite daunting paths, saluting the pioneer of forward roles in liberation.
Netaji’s life was a whirlwind of defiance: Quitting ICS in 1921, multiple imprisonments, a dramatic 1941 escape to Germany, and forging alliances with Axis powers to arm Indians against the Raj. The INA trials post-WWII sparked naval mutinies hastening British exit.
In contemporary discourse, Netaji bridges ideological divides, admired across parties. Congress’s focus amplifies his presidential tenure (1938-39) and rift with moderates. Yet, his universal appeal shines in annual observances blending history with aspiration.
These homages renew vows to Netaji’s principles amid India’s rise as a global power. His legacy cautions against division, urging collective strides towards prosperity and pride.