Down the Memory Lane: Netaji Bose and the Condition of Contemporary Indian Armed Forces
Down the Memory Lane: Netaji Bose and the Condition of Contemporary Indian Armed Forces Down the Memory Lane: Netaji Bose and the Condition of Contemporary Indian Armed Forces Posted on 23rd January, 2025 (GMT 09:56 hrs) On The Occasion of Netaji Subhas Bose’s Birthday ABSTRACT The blog post titled “Down the Memory Lane: Netaji Bose and the Condition of Contemporary Indian Armed Forces” commemorates Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s relentless struggle for India’s independence, particularly through the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army) and the Naval Revolt, which significantly contributed to India’s political liberation. It highlights Netaji’s vision of unifying the British and Indian armies by fostering a collective sense of belonging, supported by mass mobilization. The article then reflects on current issues facing the Indian Armed Forces, including: Simulated surgical strikes and the sacrifice of army personnel for political gains. Failing cartographies along the Line of C...