On the Occasion of Netaji's 129th Birthday Anniversary

ESSAY / SHORT FILM COMPETITION

about the veterans who served in the Indian National Army

Competition Overview

As part of the commemoration of the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on January 23, 2026, we are pleased to announce an Article and Short Film Competition for college students.

This initiative aims to honor the legacy of Netaji by documenting the memories and experiences of the families of Tamil Nadu veterans who served in the Indian National Army (INA) under his leadership.

Participation Guidelines

Information about INA soldiers is available in the search portal provided below.

Using this portal, college students are requested to identify INA veterans from their respective regions.

Participants should visit the families of these INA soldiers and document their memories and experiences.

Submission Formats:

Essay

Short Film

Prize Details

Essay Competition

Writing Excellence

First Prize: ₹10,000

Second Prize: ₹8,000

Third Prize: ₹5,000

Short Film Competition

Visual Storytelling

First Prize: ₹20,000

Second Prize: ₹15,000

Third Prize: ₹10,000

This competition offers a meaningful opportunity for students to engage with history, honor the sacrifices of unsung INA heroes, and contribute to preserving their legacy for future generations.

Competition Details:

Last date for sending essays / short films: 16.01.2026

"Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!"

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