Parakram Diwas: Was ‘Gumnami Baba' Subhash Chandra Bose?; Here are some interesting facts about Netaji

Today, as we commemorate India's beloved leader Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 126th birth anniversary, also known as Parakram Divas, it would be a fitting occasion to revisit the controversy of Gumnami baba and delve into why this great son of mother India remains an enigma for his followers even 78 years after his demise.


An air crash in August 1945 is widely regarded as the cause of Subhash Chandra Bose's death. His death, however, remains a mystery because his devotees believe he lived forever. Many people claim to have seen Netaji in various parts of the country. There were rumours spreading throughout the country that Netaji was still alive as a disguised sadhu known as Gumnami Baba.



People who believed in his existence claimed that he lived in various locations throughout Uttar Pradesh. Throughout his stay, however, he never left his shelter room. He chose to communicate only with his devoted followers and in private because no one had ever seen him. They claimed to have just recently heard his voice. According to reports, his landlord made two unsuccessful attempts to have him appear in court to verify his identification.


Gumnami Baba died on September 16, 1985, and was cremated two days later, according to reports. Surprisingly, due to the lack of a death certificate and documents, there is no genuine evidence that someone died on that day.

Some interesting facts about Subhas Chandra Bose

1. He was born in Cuttack, Bengal Province, in 1897, with 14 siblings.

2. Subhash Chandra Bose was kicked out of college. His first act of anti-British resistance was an assault on Professor Oaten at Presidency College for allegedly making anti-Indian remarks and mistreating Indian students.

3. He was imprisoned 11 times during his independence struggle. His anti-British-rule activities frequently landed him in jail, but this did not deter the legend.

4. He was married to Emilie Schenkl, an Austrian woman. They had one daughter, Anita Bose, who is a well-known German economist.

5. Netaji was a progressive thinker who encouraged women to join the Indian National Army and fight for their country.

FAQs

Q1. When did Gumnami Baba die?
Gumnami Baba died on September 16, 1985, and was cremated two days later, according to reports.

Q2. How many times was Subhash Chandra imprisoned?
He was imprisoned 11 times during his independence struggle.