True son of India, Bose taught us to never bow before traitors: Yogi

Lucknow: Describing him as true son of Mother India, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said that Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose continues to inspire people to stand firm against anti-national forces.Paying tribute on his birth anniversary, Yogi said Bose's name still commanded the highest respect in the heart of every Indian and instilled an unyielding resolve to never bow before traitors or anti-national forces, even in the most challenging times. "Netaji is a towering hero of the freedom movement. His mention itself invoks deep reverence, pride, and patriotism in every Indian," Yogi said, adding, "All of us should be grateful for his unparalleled contribution to India's independence." "Netaji's clarion call, ‘Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Azaadi Dunga', became the defining mantra of India's freedom struggle. Every word spoken by Netaji energised the movement. His slogan ‘Chalo Delhi' continued to inspire generations, while his song ‘Kadam Kadam Badhaye Ja, Khushi Ke Geet Gaye Ja…' is still proudly sung during passing-out parades of the Indian Army," the CM said. Describing Bose's contribution to the freedom movement, the CM said that he provided a new direction to the fight for freedom and emerged as the foremost leader of the revolutionary struggle. Commenting on his Azad Hind Fauj and other actions to secure India's freedom, Yogi said that his contribution to India's independence, both within the country and abroad, was unforgettable, and his journey across Germany, Japan, and several other nations to rally global support for India's freedom remained an enduring source of inspiration. Describing his early years, the CM said: "He was born in Cuttack in 1897 into a distinguished family of lawyers and was sent to Britain for higher education at a young age. Despite securing a top rank in the ICS examination, Netaji chose to renounce service under British rule and dedicated himself to the nation's freedom struggle. His towering personality and priceless contribution to the nation continued to inspire generations."