Veer Rath Park to Honor Freedom Fighters in Noida
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Veer Rath Park |
| Location | Nalgarh village, near Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, Uttar Pradesh |
| Purpose | To honor and preserve the legacy of 32 freedom fighters from India's freedom struggle. |
| Historical Significance | Nalgarh village served as a refuge for Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, Subhash Chandra Bose, and Colonel Karnail Singh of the Azad Hind Fauj, where they strategized against British rule. |
| Area | 22 acres of land |
| Estimated Cost | Rs 42 crore |
| Key Features | - Museum with stone statues of freedom fighters and informational exhibits.<br>- Wartime tanks and fighter jets showcasing India's military heritage.<br>- Laser show and open-air theatre for cultural programs. |
| Azad Hind Fauj (INA) | Formed to counter British rule during World War II, it played a significant role in India's freedom struggle. Led by Mohan Singh, Rashbehari Bose, and Subhas Chandra Bose. |
| INA Leadership Timeline | - Mohan Singh: Proposed and initially led INA with Japanese support.<br>- Rashbehari Bose: Formed the Indian Independence League in Tokyo (1942).<br>- Subhas Chandra Bose: Became Supreme Commander (25 August 1943), established Provisional Government of Free India (21 October 1943) in Singapore, ratified by nine countries. |