NewzVille Desk
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Parakram Diwas programme in Andaman & Nicobar Islands via Videoconferencing today. Speaking on the occasion, PM Modi stated that January 23 is the glorious date of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s birth anniversary. He remarked that Netaji’s valor and courage inspire us and fill us with reverence for him.
He highlighted that in recent years, Parakram Diwas has become an integral festival of the nation’s spirit. PM Modi said it is a happy coincidence that January 23 is Parakram Diwas, January 25 is National Voters’ Day, January 26 is Republic Day, January 29 is Beating Retreat, and January 30 is is the death anniversary of revered Bapu, creating a new tradition of celebrating the grand festival of the Republic.
He extended greetings to all citizens on Parakram Diwas.
Noting that in 2026, the main celebration of Parakram Diwas is being held in Andaman and Nicobar, Modi highlighted that the history of Andaman and Nicobar, filled with valor, sacrifice, and courage, the stories of patriots like Veer Savarkar in the Cellular Jail, and its connection with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose make this celebration even more special.
The Prime Minister remarked that the land of Andaman symbolizes the belief that the idea of freedom never ends.
