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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, a prominent maverick patriot in Indian history, made a vast contribution to free India from the British domination. Being one of the most charismatic leaders of the Indian National Congress, no doubt he got the attention of countless patriots and common people because he never believed in satyagraha or public disobedience movements to confront the British. He founded the Indian National Army (INA) and attracted the Indian soldiers in the British army. His unexpected death abroad on 18th August 1945 remains a riddle with layers of mystery and a topic of much discussion till today.
While the official account suggests that Netaji died in a plane crash on August 18, 1945, in Formosa (modern-day Taiwan), various conspiracy theories and debates persist about whether he survived and lived incognito in different parts of the world. His contentious death has led to several investigations and called for the government to release classified files. But the mystery is yet to see the light. controversy. This post is about his mysterious death near Tavian.
Key Developments and Controversies:
West Bengal's Declassification Initiative (2015):
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the declassification of 64 files related to Netaji by the West Bengal government. This marked a significant move towards transparency, aiming to shed light on Netaji's fate and stimulate public debate. The files were made accessible at the Kolkata Police archives, with plans for digitization.
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Central Government's Stance:
Despite repeated demands, the Indian central government, under both the UPA and NDA regimes, has largely refrained from declassifying all files related to Bose. The stated reason is that revealing such information could harm India's relations with foreign countries. This stance has faced criticism from Bose's family members and activists.
Diverging Opinions Among Netaji's Family:
Anita Pfaff (Daughter): Advocates the crash theory, based on witness accounts and medical reports from the Taipei Military Hospital. She has suggested bringing Netaji's ashes from Tokyo's Renkoji Temple to India for immersion.
Sugata Bose (Grandnephew): Supports the crash theory, citing substantial evidence, including testimonies of survivors and records from Japanese authorities.
Other Family Members: Some relatives, including Chandra Kumar Bose and Surya Kumar Bose, have demanded full declassification of files, suspecting a cover-up and dismissing the crash theory.
Previous Investigations:
Shah Nawaz Committee (1956): Concluded Netaji died in the crash
GD Khosla Commission (1970): Supported the crash theory but faced allegations of bias.
Mukherjee Commission (2006): Rejected the crash theory, citing lack of conclusive evidence, but its findings were not accepted by the government.
Persistent Theories: Escape to Siberia or Elsewhere: Some believe Netaji staged the crash to escape and possibly lived in obscurity, even suggesting his presence in Soviet-controlled territories. Gumnami Baba Theory: A controversial claim suggests Netaji lived as an ascetic known as Gumnami Baba in Uttar Pradesh until his death in 1985.
Political and Public Reactions: The declassification by the Mamata Banerjee government received widespread praise for its transparency. It intensified pressure on the central government, as many Indians demanded to know the truth. Protests and marches, including those by Netaji's kin, have emphasized the public's impatience with the lack of clarity regarding Netaji's fate.
Conclusion:
The debate over Subhas Chandra Bose's death remains a deeply emotional and politically charged issue in India. While some evidence supports the plane crash theory, unresolved questions and withheld documents perpetuate speculation. The calls for complete declassification, transparency, and further investigation reflect the nation's enduring fascination and reverence for this iconic freedom fighter.
.http://www.dailymail.co.uk/indiahome/indianews/article-3231332/People-know-Netaji-Mamata-says-West-Bengal-open-64-files-Subhas-Chandra-Bose-public.html
http://indpaedia.com/ind/index.php/Netaji_Subhas_Chandra_Bose:_After-1945
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/photo-features/srijits-gumnami-baba-heres-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-mysterious-man-linked-to-subhas-chandra-bose/photostory/65499065.cms?picid=65499150
https://culturalindia.org.in/unraveling-the-mystery-the-controversy-and-ongoing-debate-surrounding-netaji-subhash-chandra-boses-death
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