Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose museum at Red Fort in Delhi. He unveiled the plaque to inaugurate the Museum.
The museum showcases various artefacts related to Subhash Chandra Bose and Indian National Army.
The artefacts include wooden chair and sword used by the leader, medals, badges, uniforms and other artefacts related to the INA. Mr Modi had laid the Foundation stone of the museum during the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of Azad Hind Government in October last year.
The Prime Minister also visited the Yaad-e-Jallian Museum, which provides an authentic account of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre that happened on April 13, 1919.
The museum also showcases the heroism, valour and sacrifices made by Indian soldiers during the World War-I. Mr Modi also visited the Museum on 1857- India’s first war of Independence.
The Museum portrays the historical narrative of 1857 war of independence, showcasing the valour and sacrifices made by Indians during the period. The Prime Minister also visited Drishyakala-Museum on Indian Art which showcases art works from 16th century till India’s independence.
All these museums are located at the Red Fort. As a mark of respect to Netaji, the Centre has named Ross Island in the Anadman and Nicobar Islands as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep. Hundred files related to Netaji have been declassified by the Government of India.
The Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata is an international airport that serves around 85 percent domestic travelers.