Rash Behari Bose
Indian revolutionary leader and founder of the Indian Independence League
🌍 Indian · Born May 25, 1886 · Died January 21, 1945
About
Rash Behari Bose was a pioneering Indian revolutionary leader who played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. Born in Bengal in 1886, Bose became involved in radical nationalist activities early in life. He is best remembered for organizing the Delhi-Lahore Conspiracy of 1912, a bold attempt to assassinate the Viceroy of India, Lord Hardinge, and for his key role in planning the Ghadar Mutiny of 1915. To evade British intelligence, Bose fled to Japan in 1915 under an assumed name, where he found asylum and became a key liaison between Indian nationalists and Japanese authorities. In Japan, Bose integrated deeply into local society, marrying Toshiko Soma, the daughter of the owners of Nakamuraya bakery in Tokyo, and famously introduced authentic Indian curry to the country. He founded the Indian Independence League in 1942, advocating for armed struggle to liberate India. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the Indian National Army, handing over its leadership to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in 1943. For his significant contributions to Indo-Japanese relations, he was honored with the Order of the Rising Sun by the Japanese government shortly before his death in 1945.
Intelligence Summary
Birth in Bengal
Born in Subaldaha village in the Burdwan district of Bengal Presidency, British India.
Delhi-Lahore Conspiracy
Masterminded the assassination attempt on Viceroy Lord Hardinge by throwing a bomb during a state procession in Delhi.
Escape to Japan
After the failed Ghadar Mutiny, fled British India under the pseudonym Priyanath Tagore and arrived in Japan.
Japanese Citizenship
Acquired Japanese citizenship after living in hiding and marrying Toshiko Soma.
Founded Indian Independence League
Convened the conferences in Tokyo and Bangkok to establish the Indian Independence League to mobilize expatriate Indians.
Transferred INA Leadership
Handed over leadership of the Indian Independence League and the Indian National Army to Subhas Chandra Bose.
Death in Tokyo
Passed away in Tokyo, Japan, and was posthumously awarded the Order of the Rising Sun (2nd Class) by the Japanese Emperor.
No organizations found.
No connections found.
All data sourced from verified public references.
Rash Behari Bose: The Father of the Indian National Army
National Book Trust, India