Statue of Netaji near Vidhana Soudha, BangaloreDuring the Second World War, he traveled to the Soviet Union, Germany and Japan, seeking an alliance with the aim of attacking the British in India. With Japanese assistance, he led the Indian National Army, formed from Indian prisoners-of-war and plantation workers from British Malaya, Singapore, and other parts of Southeast Asia, against British forces. With Japanese monetary, political, diplomatic and military assistance, he formed the Azad Hind Government in exile and regrouped and led the Indian National Army in battle against the allies at Imphal and in Burma.
Statue of Netaji with Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore in the backdropIt is believed that he has died on 18 August 1945 in a plane crash over Taiwan. However, contradictory evidence exists regarding his death in the accident. There are theories that state that he was traced in India in the late 1990. Hie death is still a mystery.
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ReplyDeleteI have always been a fan of this great man. Was great to read more on him here and at a very apt time too.
ReplyDeleteInteresting story. Often the death of great, inspirational and influential people is shrouded in mystery.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful statue as well, he looks very resolute.
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Zuzana
Freedom fighters for independence must be respected be subject of internationala recognition.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you posted on this.
ReplyDeleteHe has a happy statue and I want to raise my arm to say hi even if I don´t know him. Those mystery stories of guys hiding in other countries for decades are so intriguing.
ReplyDeleteIts a shame that a leader of his stature met an end that is intriguing!
ReplyDeleteGood tribute!
Wonderful shots of the statue against the sky!
ReplyDeleteVERY WELL WRITTEN. YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT. THE DEATH OF NETAJI SUBHASH CHANDRA BOSE IS STILL A MYSTERY. GOOD POST.
ReplyDeleteLove your photos and the clear blue sky too. Thanks for sharing the information. Happy weekend!
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I am thankful you introduced me to an Indian hero.
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Interesting and great shots!:-)
ReplyDeleteMarvelous, interesting post, Rajesh! Terrific photos and lovely skies for background! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Great sculpture, interesting history, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos :)
ReplyDeleteFascinating post about an important and brave man.
ReplyDeleteso much history i have missed about india and its leaders. i so like visiting your blog and every time i visit, i learn something new. a very good thing ;0
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India has such an interesting history. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteSuch great accomplishments!
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Rajesh: Wonderful photos of the leader in the two differing skies.
ReplyDeleteInteresting to hear the history of this important man. Also interesting that people still question the time of his death.
ReplyDeletebeautiful tribute...
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Youre choice is always so interesting!
ReplyDeleteI love this post.
He really stands out in that last shot. Great angle.
ReplyDeleteHistory can be both fascinating and interesting, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHe was indeed a great man; many people still want him back.
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ReplyDeleteI've always pondered upon Netaji's death... Good dedication to a leader of our Nation. JaiHind.
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Bharat (Is it polite to address you by your name? I am sadly unawre of India's manners with this),
ReplyDeleteThis is a mystery indeed. We have rumors about famous people still being alive here too.
He does look splendidn among the roof tops as you shot the photo.
This was news to me. So I am very glad I read it. How hard we work for freedom...
ReplyDeleteThanks for a very interesting post. It's always fascinating to learn about the historical figures of your country. The second picture is spectacular.
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Happy Birthday to our national hero!
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Great information! I especially like the second composition.
ReplyDeleteStrange that his death is such a mystery.
ReplyDeleteHe really stands proud above the roof tops. I know it is just the angle but its impressive.
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ReplyDeletemysterious deaths make interesting history. thanks
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great post on this greatest man! nice reading about him here.
ReplyDeleteNetaji .. He is one of the greatest leaders of India. Its is unfortunate what had happened to him. I think his contribution to India's freedom is imeasurable... immense to be precise!
ReplyDeleteJeevan, Sumandebray: Thanks. Yes, he is one of the India's greatest leader.
ReplyDeleteJapan agreed to eliminate Netaji
ReplyDeleteIn First World War, Japan was an ally of British. Before Second World War Japan-US trade war and political war started, this led to actual war between US and Japan. So British became an enemy to Japan by diplomatic manipulation as US - British alliance was there. After the Second World War, Japan revived their old connection with British via spies. Japanese spies and British spies were enough linked before second world war. Japanese spies agreed to eliminate Netaji. Motive was to appease the British and purchase security for Japan royal family. Thus, Japan sold Netaji to British and British eliminated him. The false news of air crash was Japan’s fabrication. In any controversial case, liar is to be suspected first.
Netaji’s plan to start second stage of India’s independence war with the help of USSR was known to Japan. There was enough scope for British spies and Japanese spies to develop a common minimum program against pro-communist agenda of Azad hind. Why should Japanese imperialism agree to patronize emergence of independent India as a permanent communist ally? Is it not more logical to fulfill British condition and purchase favor from old ally British even after defeat in WW-II?
Interesting post and nice photos of a great leader.
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Rajesh, thanks for sharing. Happy Blue Monday.
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I do not know much about living of Netaji after the story of plane crash. But there is a story prevailed in Orissa (mostly in Cuttack and Balasore district) about a sadhu, who died in 1990. His followers claim him to be Netaji. They are in full faith about this. The stories are unbilievable. Come and meet these people and realise their enthus.
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