Abhishek calls for upkeep of Rash Behari Bose memorial in Tokyo
Trinamool national general secretary
Abhishek Banerjee
spoke to Indian ambassador in Japan Sibi George and Indian embassy officials on Friday about the upkeep of Rash Behari Bose's memorial at the Tama Cemetery in Tokyo.
Banerjee, part of an all-party delegation to Japan, paid tribute at Bose's memorial.
"Felt a deep sense of pride and goosebumps while paying my respects to this great son of Bengal. India remains eternally grateful for his (Bose's) indomitable spirit and pivotal role in our freedom struggle," Banerjee posted on X, after paying tribute.
He added: "It was disheartening to see his memorial in such a neglected and dilapidated state.
I have requested our ambassador, Sibi George, and the Indian embassy in Tokyo to take up the matter with concerned authorities and ensure that this remarkable hero receives the honour he truly deserves."
Banerjee also paid floral tributes at the memorial of Justice Radhabinod Pal at the Yasukuni Shrine.
Trinamool spokesperson Samik Chakraborty said, "During his busy trip in Japan, he went to pay his respects to our freedom fighter, Rash Behari Bose. Trinamool wants to thank him as he took time out of his busy tour to visit the cemetery. The cemetery was not in good condition, and he had raised it with the Indian ambassador there. "
Later, the all-party delegation met Fukushiro Nukaga, speaker of Japan's House of Representatives. According to sources, Nukaga reaffirmed Japan's strong support of India's united resolve in the fight against terrorism.
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