INA Veteran Hails PM Modi as Great Leader After Malaysia Meeting
INA veteran Jeyaraj Raja Rao praises PM Modi’s leadership and vision after meeting him in Malaysia.
Jeyaraj Raja Rao, a veteran of the Indian National Army (INA), met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday and described the interaction as “deeply inspiring,” praising Modi’s leadership and vision. The veteran highlighted the Prime Minister’s efforts in improving India’s infrastructure, rural development, and economy, while maintaining equality across communities.
Raja Rao lauded Modi’s balanced approach in international relations, noting that India has grown economically while staying neutral and avoiding exploitation by foreign powers. “I feel blessed to have met a great man who values equality and national interest,” he told IANS, emphasizing the Prime Minister’s commitment to inclusive governance.
The INA veteran recounted his early encounters with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, noting that Bose’s vision had a profound influence on his life. He described how Netaji’s leadership united Indians across regions, inspired revolutionary action against colonial rule, and promoted gender equality through initiatives like the Rani of Jhansi Regiment.
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Raja Rao expressed concern that the contributions of the INA remain underappreciated in India and abroad. He underscored the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians alike in Southeast Asia, highlighting the army’s strategic campaigns during World War II and its symbolic role in India’s independence struggle.
PM Modi shared photographs of the meeting on X, calling it “very special” and paying tribute to the bravery of Netaji and INA soldiers. He remarked that their valor and dedication “helped shape India’s destiny” and acknowledged the continued significance of the INA in connecting the Indian diaspora in Malaysia and Singapore.
The INA’s historical legacy, including its mobilization of Indian civilians and formation of women’s units like the Rani of Jhansi Regiment, remains a testament to collective courage and empowerment. Veterans like Raja Rao continue to inspire a new generation by highlighting the enduring relevance of Netaji’s ideals.
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