On this day, 30th October: The Azad Hind government, led by Subhas Chandra Bose, formally disbanded after Japan defeat in WWII

The Azad Hind government, led by Subhas Chandra Bose, represented a bold attempt to gain Indian independence during World War II by aligning with Axis powers, particularly Japan. Founded on October 21, 1943, Bose's provisional government quickly gained support from expatriate Indians in Southeast Asia and symbolized a call for action against British colonial rule. Although the government operated without control over Indian territory, it inspired patriotic fervor through its Indian National Army (INA). The INA’s campaigns in Burma and India had limited military success, but they demonstrated a strong will for freedom and spurred nationalist sentiments within India.

Following Japan’s surrender in 1945, the Azad Hind government was dissolved, but its legacy remained profound. The INA trials in India, where British authorities tried captured INA soldiers, stirred widespread protests and a surge in anti-colonial sentiment. This event, along with the bravery associated with Bose and the Azad Hind, added considerable momentum to the independence movement and solidified Bose’s status as a revered national figure.

Established in 1943 in Singapore, the Azad Hind government aimed to rally support for India's independence and symbolized resistance against British colonial rule. With support from Japan, it commanded the Indian National Army (INA), composed of Indian soldiers captured during the war. Although the government dissolved, its influence significantly strengthened India's independence movement and inspired subsequent generations in the struggle for freedom.