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just the Indian diaspora but
also Indian soldiers under the
British command, urging them
to rise against their colonisers.
The radio also served as a
platform for disseminating
news and events related to
the Indian National Army and
Bose’s leadership, establishing
his presence as a symbol of
resistance. By leveraging the
power of mass communication,
the‘ Azad Hind Radio’ became an
integral part of Bose’s efforts to
inspire and mobilise the civilians
and armed forces.
Kolkata Mayor:
Championing the Cause of the
of Independence. Broadcast Masses
from the Japanese-controlled Before his association
territories in Southeast Asia, with the Indian National Army
Azad Hind Radio aimed to and his rise to prominence
inspire Indian soldiers, civilians, on the international stage,
and patriots with anti-colonial Bose made his mark on the
rhetoric and called for an political landscape of Kolkata
uprising against British rule. (then Calcutta). In 1930, he was
Through its broadcasts, the elected as the Mayor of Calcutta,
station encouraged Indians to a position that allowed him to
join the INA and participate in address the city’s pressing social
the struggle for freedom. issues. His tenure as mayor
Bose himself made several was short but impactful. Bose
broadcasts, addressing not focused on improving the quality
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