Kurseong, August 13, 2026: West Bengal Legislative Assembly Speaker Rathindra Nath Bose on Thursday visited the Netaji Museum and Centre for Studies in Himalayan Languages, Society and Culture at Giddhapahar in Kurseong, Darjeeling district.
On reaching the museum premises, Bose paid tribute to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose by garlanding his statue before entering the museum. He also spent time exploring the historic site associated with the freedom fighter.
During the visit, the Speaker recalled Netaji’s connection with Giddhapahar and spoke about the natural surroundings where Netaji had spent time during his period of house arrest.
Speaking during the visit, Bose said, “Netaji stayed here for a long period when he was under house arrest. This is a very beautiful place, surrounded by hills and natural streams. He used to walk around this area. There is so much associated with this place and with Netaji that whatever we say about him will always be less.”
His remarks highlighted the historical importance of Giddhapahar and the continuing association of the Kurseong hills with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
The Speaker also spoke about the issue of law and order, referring to the stand taken by the Chief Minister. He said the Chief Minister had already made it clear that the administration would function according to the law and maintain law and order.
Bose added that unnecessary negative comments regarding any incident or individual were not appropriate for society and maintained that the administration would take action in accordance with the law.
Following his interaction, the Speaker toured different sections of the museum and viewed photographs, documents and other materials related to Netaji and India’s freedom movement.
The visit once again highlighted the historical significance of the Netaji Museum at Giddhapahar, which continues to preserve memories and records associated with one of India’s most prominent freedom fighters.
