Modi names 21 Andaman & Nicobar islands after Param Vir Chakra awardees
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (January 23) virtually unveiled the model of a proposed memorial dedicated to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, to be set up in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and said it will infuse feelings of patriotism among people.
On the occasion of Netaji’s 126th birth anniversary, Modi also named 21 islands of the Union Territory after Param Vir Chakra awardees. He noted that the islands will be a source of inspiration for generations to come.
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Modi also said that attempts were made to downplay Netaji’s contribution to the freedom movement, but the entire country, right from Delhi and Bengal to Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is paying tribute to the great hero today, preserving history and heritage associated with him.
He also pointed out that the demands to make Netaji’s files public were made by many for long, and his government has done that.
PM @narendramodi names the 21 largest unnamed islands of Andaman & Nicobar Islands after awardees of Param Vir Chakra.
Here’s the list of 21 Param Vir Chakra Awardees of whom the nation is proud!@PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/3XtqITzLqQ
— Prasar Bharati News Services & Digital Platform (@PBNS_India) January 23, 2023
Netaji will be remembered for his fierce resistance to colonial rule, he stated.
“Today, it is a proud moment for me, as I address the people of Andamans because this is the land, where Subhas Chandra Bose unfurled the national flag for the first time in 1943,” he said.
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Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah had lauded the initiative to christen the 21 islands and said this effort will be a source of encouragement for the country’s armed forces.
He also said that the cellular jail in the Union Territory, where many freedom fighters were incarcerated, is no less than a “pilgrimage site”.
Naming of 21 islands of Andaman & Nicobar Islands after Param Vir Chakra awardees fills heart of every Indian with pride. https://t.co/tKPawExxMT
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2023
Today, on Parakram Diwas, I pay homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and recall his unparalleled contribution to India’s history. He will be remembered for his fierce resistance to colonial rule. Deeply influenced by his thoughts, we are working to realise his vision for India.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2023
