Netaji’s daughter seeks return of his mortal remains from Japan
Govt marks 129th birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose
The Centre on Friday organised ‘Parakram Diwas–2026’ to mark the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, as his daughter Anita Bose Pfaff renewed her appeal for bringing the freedom fighter’s remains from Japan to India.
In a statement, Anita said Netaji, who spent much of his life in forced exile while fighting for India’s freedom, would have been deeply distressed that his remains continue to lie outside the country more than 80 years after his death and 78 years after Independence.
“As Netaji’s daughter, I invite the Indians of today who still revere him to support his posthumous return from exile; to support the transfer of his mortal remains to India for a final and fitting disposal,” she said.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Culture is organising ‘Parakram Diwas–2026’ from January 23 to 25 in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, along with events at 13 other iconic locations associated with Netaji’s life and legacy.
The celebrations will include a grand cultural programme featuring a drone show and performances by Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Papon, Amaan Ali Bangash, Ayaan Ali Bangash and Raghu Dixit, among others.
