The nation pays homage to great freedom fighter Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today. It was on this day in 1897, Neta Ji was born in Cuttack, Odisha. The day is being celebrated as Parakram Diwas. The year-long celebrations to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary year of Netaji also started  today. Government has decided to celebrate the birth anniversary of Netaji as 'Parakram Diwas' on 23rd January every year.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the inaugural event of the celebrations being held at Kolkata.<br />'' <br />'' Union Culture Ministry has planned a number of activities and projects for this year-long commemoration. A High Level Committee, headed by the Prime Minister, has been constituted to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose in a befitting manner.<br />'' <br />'' The Ministry of Education proposed to establish five chairs on Netaji in five Indian Universities, organize online Lectures and Webinars on teachings of Netaji. National Film Development Corporation under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will organize a short-film competition on – How to fulfil  Netaji's dreams for India.<br />'' <br />'' Doordarshan and All India Radio will host panel discussions, produce documentaries and other programs on the life and times of Netaji. Railway Ministry has also renamed Howrah-Kalka Mail as Netaji Express. It is one of the oldest trains of Indian Railways.<br />'' <br />'' During the freedom struggle, the great freedom fighter Netaji at one occasion, highlighted the importance of  unity among the countrymen to end the British Rule. Netaji  had also called upon the people to be ready for the sacrifice for the sake of the motherland.<br />'' <br />'' President Ram Nath Kovind has paid tributes  to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose as the nation commences his 125th birth anniversary celebrations. In a tweet, Mr Kovind said, it is befitting to celebrate this day as "Parakram Diwas" to honour his boundless courage and valour. He said, Netaji instilled the fervour of nationalism among his countless followers.<br />'' <br />'' He said Netaji is one of our most beloved national heroes who made an extraordinary contribution to India's freedom struggle. The President said, Netaji's patriotism and sacrifice shall always inspire us. He said,  we are committed to strengthen the spirit of freedom so strongly espoused by him.<br />'' <br />'' President Ram Nath Kovind unveiled a portrait of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. The unveiling was to mark the beginning of year-long celebrations to commemorate the 125th Birth Anniversary Year of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.<br />'' <br />'' Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu has paid tributes to the iconic freedom fighter and visionary leader,Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today. In a tweet, Mr Naidu said that Netaji personified valour, determination and sacrifice and  played an invaluable role in liberating our motherland from the yoke of British rule. He said, the nation will forever be grateful to Netaji for his enormous contribution in India's freedom struggle.<br />'' <br />'' Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tribute to the great freedom fighter and true son of Mother India Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today.  In a tweet, Mr Modi said that  a grateful nation will always remember his sacrifice and dedication for the independence of the country.<br />'' <br />'' Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has saluted Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary and remembered his contribution in the fight against freedom from British rule. In a tweet today, Mr. Singh said, Netaji is one of the greatest heroes of the country who made supreme sacrifice for the freedom of the country. He said, nation will always be indebted to him.<br />'' <br />'' IFFI will pay tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on the occasion of his 125th birth anniversary today. In Netaji's honour, the film 'Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero' by Shyam Benegal  will be screened.  IFFI that  commenced on 16th January will conclude tomorrow. <br />'' <br />'' In Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has paid  homage to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today. In a program at Lucknow  Mr Yogi garlanded the Statue of Netaji and appealed to people that  we should  follow the way of Netaji on  'Parakram Dewas'.<br />''<br />'' Tripura paid homage to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary today.In Tripura every year the day is being celebrated with arrays of cultural events with a large cultural traditional procession carried by school students displaying various acts themed based on nationalism.<br />'' <br />'' Andhra Pradesh Governor Biswabhusan Harichandan offered floral tributes to the portrait of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his 125th Birth Anniversary at a programme held in Raj Bhavan.<br />'' <br />'' Remembering the sacrifices of freedom fighters, the Governor said that India is a free prosperous nation and a big power of the world today, both militarily and economically, because of the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters.<br />'' <br />'' Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray paid tributes to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary in Mumbai today. He said that, 'Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose will always be remembered in the country as a passionate patriot. His patriotism and sacrifice will remain inspiring."<br />'' <br />'' The 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was also celebrated in BMC today. Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar paid tributes to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose by offering a wreath to his statue. Various programs have been organized across the state to pay homage to Netaji on his birth anniversary.<br />