Netaji Birth Place Museum

4.6

Location: Oriya Bazar, Cuttack, Odisha 753002, India.

Estimated Visiting Time: 2 to 3 hours.

Cuttack takes pride in being the birthplace of the famous political leader Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’. He was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and founder of ‘Azad Hind Fauj.’ The birthplace of Netaji is situated in Oriya Bazar popularly known as Janakinath Bhawan. However, the place has now been converted into a museum and has been named the ‘Netaji Birth Place Museum’. The museum showcases a few original letters written by Netaji along with some other important materials Netaji used.

Tucked away in a nondescript corner of Cuttack, the place where Netaji Subhas was born has now been converted into a memorial. The museum is well-maintained and surrounded by a lush garden full of flowers. It is divided into sections related to his birth, early upbringing, and later exploits, both as a Congress leader and as the leader of the ‘Indian National Army.’

Attraction

The Netaji Birth Place Museum, located in Cuttack, is dedicated to the life as well as legacy of Subhas Chandra Bose. Here, tourists are attracted for many reasons. Some of the reasons are:

Commemorates Netaji: This historical museum was established in the ancestral house where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose spent his childhood. Many people get attracted to and influenced by him. People visit here to pay homage to Netaji.

Exhibits: It showcases various photographs, letters (that he wrote), artifacts, and documents related to Netaji’s whole life (covering his childhood revolutionary activities) and role in the Indian independence movement.

Collections: The museum might also house some personal belongings (books written by or about Netaji) and there is a horse cart used by his family.

Significance: The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the formative years. It also offers the motivations of one of India’s most prominent freedom fighters.

There is a small souvenir shop just outside the museum selling reasonably priced memorabilia. You can buy some of them if you want.

Netaji Birth Place Museum

History

The museum is the ancestral house where Netaji Subhas was born on January 23, 1897. It has been really meticulously restored and turned into a museum that displays various photographs, artifacts, and documents related to Netaji’s life as well as India’s struggle for independence.

Inside/Outside Views

The time you step inside the museum, you are immediately transported back in time when you can see the past. The museum beautifully showcases the life as well as times of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Here, you can see an extensive collection of photographs, personal artifacts, documents, and memorabilia. Here, each exhibit tells a story, shedding light on the remarkable journey and vision of Netaji.The museum eminently highlights the recreation of the room where Netaji Subhas was born. It offers a glimpse into his early life.

It sets the tone for the rest of the exhibits. From his childhood photographs and school memorabilia to letters, speeches, and newspaper clippings, the museum comprehensively portrays Netaji’s life and his immense contribution to India’s struggle for independence; the museum reflects the whole journey of Netaji. With its well-documented exhibits, personal artifacts, and informative displays, the museum genuinely offers a glimpse into the extraordinary life as well as contributions of one of the national heroes of India, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Wednesday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Thursday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Friday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Saturday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Sunday 10 AM–4:30 PM

Monday Closed

Entry & Others Fees

Free Of Cost.

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Near Hotels

How to Reach

By road: It is situated in Cuttack’s ‘Oriya Bazar’ area. From the busy area of Cuttack, Netaji Birth Place Museum is only 2 km away. Cuttack is well connected with other major cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, etc. And from Cuttack City, you will get local transport to reach the site.

By air: The closest airport, ‘Biju Patnaik International Airport’ (which is an international one), is almost 27 kilometers away from this area which is Bhubaneswar, Odisha. You can visit this place from outside of India. Apart from that, there are airports in Delhi or Lucknow that offer direct flights to Bhubaneswar. From the airport, you can easily get local transport to reach the site.

By train: The closest railway station from the Netaji Birth Place Museum is almost 4 km away at the ‘Cuttack Junction’. This station is well connected with major areas of the country. From the station, you will get local transport so that you can reach the site.

Tips for Travellers

Please wear suitable and comfortable clothes according to both culture and seasons.
Don’t forget to follow the code of conduct.
If you are visiting Nainital for the first time, try to visit in a group for safety purposes.
Please stay away from total strangers.