Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose ’s octogenarian Germany-based daughter, Anita Pfaff, moved Supreme Court NEW DELHI: Three months after a failed attempt by his grandnephew, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s octogenarian Germany-based daughter, Anita Pfaff, moved Supreme Court Tuesday seeking a direction to govt to bring his ashes back from the Renko-Ji temple in Japan.Pfaff’s petition, settled by senior advocate A M Singhvi, complained of “India’s prolonged failure to take a final, reasoned and time-bound decision” to repatriate to India the “mortal remains/ashes attributed to Netaji, preserved at Renko-Ji temple” to allow the sole living direct lineal descendant to perform his last rites with dignity and finality.”There is gross delay,” said a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi. However, it adjourned the hearing on Pfaff’s petition on finding the arguing counsel absent.Ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, a petition was filed in SC by Netaji’s gr-andnephew, Ashis Ray, seeking the same direction to the Centre. Appearing for Ray, Singhvi had argued before the bench of the same three judges on March 12 that the petition had the support of Pfaff, who joined the proceedings virtually.Singhvi had said the fact that every head of state from India, over decades, had paid obeisance at Renko-Ji temple was proof that the freedom fighter’s ashes were there. The CJI-led bench had said there was no doubt that he was one of the country’s greatest freedom fighters, but refused to entertain Ray’s plea.Justice Bagchi had said, “We respect her (Pfaff’s) sentiments and we will ensure that her sentiments are translated into legal action. But she must step forward.”Singhvi had withdrawn the petition. Heeding SC’s suggestion, Pfaff filed the petition seeking repatriation of Netaji’s ashes by India or, as an alternative, “facilitate her to repatriate the ashes”.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDharmendra Pradhan Breaks Silence On NEET Paper Leak Row, Accuses Rahul Gandhi’This Is Not Done’: Jitendra Singh Claims Rahul Gandhi ‘Changed His Demands’, Hails PM ModiCJP Removes Vijeta Dahiya As Spokesperson After He Defends Leaving Protest To Eat BurgerRahul Gandhi Leads Congress Protest At PM Modi’s Doorstep, Demands Pradhan’s ResignationMamata Banerjee Shuts Door On TMC Rebels, Pushes Opposition Unity Against BJPRahul Gandhi Demands PM Modi’s Apology Over CJP Protest Crackdown, Calls Action ‘Un-Indian’Delhi HC Orders Sonam Wangchuk Shifted To Medanta; Political Leaders Visit Injured CJP ProtestersPM Modi Calls NEET Leak A ‘Ghor Paap’, Says 13 Accused Arrested As Probe Intensifies’They Are Beating Everyone…’ Inside CJP Protest: Police Action, Clashes & Tear Gas In DelhiFarmers Mobilise To Protest Against India–US Trade Talks, Security Posed At Delhi Borders123PhotostoriesSure shot remedies to improve your planets6 dementia symptoms that can show up years before diagnosis: Early warning signs you shouldn’t ignore60-second money lesson: The money rule every girls’ trip needsThe Sai Pallavi effect: Sarees that prove grace never needs glitterHeartburn that won’t quit may be GERD: A GI surgeon reveals 6 daily habits that can reduce acid reflux and protect your oesophagusFrom an emotional moment with her father to walking down the aisle with husband William Ishmael: A look at Jennifer Winget’s dreamy wedding photos5 longest rivers in the U.S and the incredible wildlife you can spot thereNot even designer Neeta Lulla can recreate Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s 10-metre-long royal blue ‘Devdas’ saree; Here’s whyGen Z don’t travel the millennial way! Why-cations to Menty B travel, the new holiday lingo5 things travellers need to keep in mind before visiting Meenakshi Amman Temple in Madurai123Hot PicksMMU ET 2026 resultPNB LBO RecruitmentEl NiñoE20 petrolNEET ProtestRahul GandhiCrude oil priceDharmendra PradhanRRB JE RecruitmentTop TrendingWWE Raw HighlightsAbhijeet DipkeDelhi Cylinder BlastIndia US Trade DealDelhi Farmers ProtestPune Student Sexual AssaultSBI Funds ManagementDiljit DosanjhTripura DGP DeathIND U19 vs Sri Lanka U19
NEW DELHI: Three months after a failed attempt by his grandnephew, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s octogenarian Germany-based daughter, Anita Pfaff, moved Supreme Court Tuesday seeking a direction to govt to bring his ashes back from the Renko-Ji temple in Japan.Pfaff’s petition, settled by senior advocate A M Singhvi, complained of “India’s prolonged failure to take a final, reasoned and time-bound decision” to repatriate to India the “mortal remains/ashes attributed to Netaji, preserved at Renko-Ji temple” to allow the sole living direct lineal descendant to perform his last rites with dignity and finality.“There is gross delay,” said a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi. However, it adjourned the hearing on Pfaff’s petition on finding the arguing counsel absent.Ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, a petition was filed in SC by Netaji’s gr-andnephew, Ashis Ray, seeking the same direction to the Centre. Appearing for Ray, Singhvi had argued before the bench of the same three judges on March 12 that the petition had the support of Pfaff, who joined the proceedings virtually.Singhvi had said the fact that every head of state from India, over decades, had paid obeisance at Renko-Ji temple was proof that the freedom fighter’s ashes were there. The CJI-led bench had said there was no doubt that he was one of the country’s greatest freedom fighters, but refused to entertain Ray’s plea.Justice Bagchi had said, “We respect her (Pfaff’s) sentiments and we will ensure that her sentiments are translated into legal action. But she must step forward.”Singhvi had withdrawn the petition. Heeding SC’s suggestion, Pfaff filed the petition seeking repatriation of Netaji’s ashes by India or, as an alternative, “facilitate her to repatriate the ashes”.
