Laxman Naik Laxman Naik or Laxman Nayak was born on 22nd November, 1899 in Tentuligumma of Malkangiri. His father was Padlam Naik(Bikku Naik) and his mother was Smt.J. Kouselya. He belonged to a Bhuyan tribe. He was the very foundation of grit, courage and strength to countless followers and co-workers and shone by rare brilliance. He stood up like a rock with only one supreme truth as his polestar, the freedom of his mother land. He fought single handed against the oppressive foreign rulers with consummate skill and a rare passion and fervour of a fighter.His dedication to his work is absolutely incredible! This innocent tribal hero Laxman Naik was attracted towards the National Movement, when the message of Congress Movement reached Koraput. He encouraged small children, women and other fellow men to fight and contribute for India's freedom struggle. He received all kinds of physical education and learnt about national integration.He was extraordinary at his academics and became an active member of the Congress in enrolling as charanna member of the Indian National Congress. 49
He played a key role to popularize Congress programme in Koraput.He organized the tribal people to fight against old and inhuman practices like bonded labour. He promoted ‘Khadi’ and made people aware of the Congress plan of action.He inspired the people to be united to achieve freedom, i.e, \"purna swaraj\". The tribal people of Koraput and its surrounding like Malkanagiri, Tentulipada accepted him as their hero and role model and devoted themselves for the cause of national freedom. One of the incidents is killing of a sub-inspector with an axe when he removed a Congress flag while hoisting.Laxman Naik took the charge of President of the Congress primary committee at Matili in Koraput in 1942. He asked the villagers not to pay any tax. During the Quit India Movement 1942, Laxman Naik was nominated to represent Matili, all his follwers believed in him. Violence in a nonviolent movement like Indian National Movement could be seen from such incidents.He used nonviolence as a main weapon against colonial power. The tribal people called him “Gandhi of Malkangiri\". The tribal movement created an unprecedented public awakening in Koraput. The Bonda tribes of this region were violent and belligerent and seized Matili police station under the leadership of Laxman Naik. 50
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In 1942, August, Laxman Naik and Congress workers attacked liquor shop at Kongrabeda, Muntipalli, Sindhabeda.Laxman Naik was not allowed to hoist flag, as the magistrate Mujibur Rahman ordered ‘Lathi’ charge on the demonstrators. The angry demonstrators gave patriotic slogans. Two police officials Ram Murty and constable Mohanty were injured.As the police opened firing, 5 died on spot and 17 were injured.Laxman Naik was injured and was thrown into the ditch near the compound. It was a blessing in disguise for the police to involve Laxman in a murder case of forest guard G. Rammaya. He along with his son and other Congress workers were arrested at Matili police station and were sent to Koraput jail. The trial of Laxman Naik was made at the Additional session court of Koraput. V.Ramnathan, the Additional Session judge, Koraput sentenced Laxman Naik to death under section 302 of IPS. He was then sent to Berhampur Jail for execution. Laxman Naik was in the cell since November 16,1942. As his execution date came more nearer, he wished to see his felllow prisoners and wanted to eat what they were given to eat. His fellow prisoners wept throughout night of March 28,1943. At the break of dawn on March 29, 1943 by 5.30 a.m., Laxman Naik gallantly marched towards the Gallows. He wished his last. ”If the sun is true, and so is the moon, it is then equally true that mother India shall be independent.” Rammurty, the Zamadar of jail pulled the lever bringing the iron plate under his feet down. There ended his life, and he was buried inside the jail compound. 52
Though Laxman Naik did not live to see free India, he remained imprinted in the minds of millions of people of India as the leader of leaders. We all should hence remember the great contribution of Mr.Laxman Naik to India's freedom struggle and take inspiration from him that he did not take all the credit by himself,but nothing could be more inspiring and edifying than the saga of heroic struggle and sacrifice of one single tribal leader of Koraput whose feats and exploits till today are unparallel. ~ Saanvi Sachin Pathak 53
Moje Riba There was a time when varied uprisings lived across India, and the people of Arunachal Pradesh were also getting rid of shackles of confinement. Home to many patriotic men and women, one man stood amongst them. He was an enraged Arunachali named Moje Riba. Moje Riba was fondly known as “Aboh Nyiji”, meaning the old father of all. He was born sometime during the last decade of the 19th century, in Daring village. He was also an epitome of empathy, consistently prepared to support others. In 1927, he took admission at Mission High School. While he was studying there, his father's health began deteriorating with age. His father soon passed away. The entire liability of his family tumbled upon him. Thus he could attend school only till the 7th grade. By this time, he had learned about many other courageous souls who sacrificed their lives for the independence of our nation, a few of them being Maniram Dewan and Piyali Phukan from Assam. Riba was at Dibrugarh when he found out about the freedom movement against the firangi rule ie. foreign rule. The British conducted a treatment towards the Indians that thoroughly outraged him. At Sadiya, he met Gopinath Bordoloi and Lalit Hazarika, who endorsed him to join the Indian National Congress (INC), which had altered to a party of motion, to summon support for the party and support mother India get liberty. He joined INC. Moje Riba became the foremost INC President from Arunachal Pradesh. 54
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With this, he vastly contributed to India’s independence. He headed marches, led his supporters through the thick and thin of the freedom struggle, and distributed pamphlets about INC. For his insurgent actions, he was arrested several times. Finally, on 15th August 1947, India got rid of her nightmare. While everyone was rejoicing, Moje Riba hoisted the tricolor Indian flag at Dipa, becoming the first native of Arunachal Pradesh to do so. He was commemorated with the Tamra Patra by Smt. Indira Gandhi was on the silver jubilee of India’s independence in the field of sacrifices and contributions towards helping India gain her freedom. On the unfortunate day of 11 October 1973, at the age of 62, this great, lion-hearted patriot left for heavenly abode. The deeds of the Moji Riba have now been erased from Indian’s minds. This is perhaps for the first time that the majority of us must have come across this name. Gaining freedom was a Herculean task. If someone contributed so much as our distinguished freedom fighters did, should he not be acknowledged too? Besides being an epitome of patriotism, valor, and kindness, he is the leading source of inspiration for the upcoming generation, spreading the message of devotion towards an individual's country. Let us all give him the respect he deserves, and may his great soul rest in peace. ~ Anwesha Rath 56
Peer Ali Khan Now, quite a few people know who Peer Ali Khan was. We recognize this brave martyr because the state government decided to build a park to the memory of him to rekindle his glory. This man was born in Muhammadpur, in the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh. At seven years old, he ran away from home and came to Patna. He was raised and educated by one of the resident zamindars. Ali Khan then opened a book shop in Patna in a revolutionary area that gradually became the conference point for independence fighters to construct strategies to defeat the British. Being around the spirit of independence and self- reliance, he engrossed himself in combat for freedom. Ali Khan began discreetly circulating essential leaflets and coded messages to freedom fighters. His deed of benevolence was confidential and one of the bravest things he did. 57
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Ali often scheduled campaigns and mutinied against the domineering policies of the British officials. However, the British came across some of his letters and desired to terminate his involvement. After Ali found out about these circumstances and adjusted the date. He gathered 50 guns with beneficial assistance and prepared himself to rebel. On July 3rd, 1857, he revolted against them. The subsequent day they were arrested by officials. They were harassed for a span of a few days to uncover out their complete strategy. Soon the British came into realization that there was no more hope to familiarize themselves with their scheme and hung them to death. The charges shoved upon them weren't taken into contemplation and they were hung unfairly without a trial. And here concludes the extraordinary story of a hero called Peer Ali Khan . ~ Pranshu Thakkar 59
Potti Sreeramulu Potti's is renowned as Amarjeevi Potti Sreeramulu. He was a revolutionary and a courageous fighter for Indian independence. His story began with his birth on 16/3/1901 in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh. Throughout his life, he was an active participant in the Indian Independence Movement. In 1930, he took part in the Salt Satyagraha movement. Between 1941 and 1942, he played a role in the individual satyagraha and the famous Quit India Movement. During this movement, he wa s imprisoned alongside Mahatma Gandhi. (Feelings) He had also joined the Gandhi Ashram established by Yerneni Subrahmanyam in Komaravolu. He was an avid supporter of charkha textile-spinning in the Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh and encouraged people to use it as a symbol of self-reliance. A significant portion of his time went for the same during the years 1943 and 1944. As a firm believer in Dalit upliftment, he undertook three fasts from 1946 to 1948. When he was fighting for the independence of Andhra Pradesh from the Madras Presidency, he went on a severe hunger strike and died on 15 December 1952. 60
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Mahatma Gandhi seeing this devotion said, “If only I have eleven more followers like Sreeramulu, I will win freedom in a year.\" Although being such an avid supporter and devotee of Mahatma Gandhi, his name is not famous in Indian history compared to the other renowned freedom fighters. ~ Anushka Ray 62
Saraswati Rajamani Rajamani was born on 11th January in 1927, in Rangoon, Burma (currently Myanmar). Her father owned a gold mine and was one of the richest Indians in Rangoon. Her family was a firmly supporting the Indian freedom movement and was sponsering the movement to an extent. As a 16 year old, inspired by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s speech at Rangoon, she gave in all her jewellery to the INA. Thinking that she must have given it due to her innocence, Netaji visited her house to give it back. However, Rajamani was firm that he used the jewellery for the army. Impressed by her amazing attitude and firmness, he Drawing by Neha W. renamed her Saraswati. In 1942, Rajamani w as included in the Rani of Jhansi Regiment of the INA and was taken in the army’s military intelligence wing. Once Gandhi Ji visited her house, the 10 year old Rajamani was missing. A quick search by her family members revealed that she was playing with a toy gun in the garden. She said that she was attempting to polish her shooting skills ! 63
When Gandhi softly asked her about why she was willing to practice her shooting skills, she shot back saying, “We shoot and kill looters, don’t we? The British are looting us and I’m going to shoot at least one Englishman when I grow up.” For the fiery Rajamani, it was a sign of things to come. If Rajamani had her first encounter with a prominent Indian nationalist leader in 1937, that is Mahatma Gandhi, her second was in 1944, when she met Subhash Chandra Bose fondly known as Netaji. Netaji had reached in a settlement with her, tRsraehaktejuearhmnbaadanfcoiekrawrathlhieeperrreocjmesohwniseteerlailbgethurryeateet ddtshhtia noet could become a part of th e INA. Netaji had definitely kept word and gave her the post of a nurse in an INA Dispensary in Rangoon, after getting basic medical training. During her begining days in the INA she nursed wounded soilders bt she was born to do much more.After some years she managed to be a spy. Rajamani and her colleagues discharged their duties as spies for almost a year and took part actively in the INA’s progress in its mission.. But one day, when she was doing her duty of exchanging information, Durga (her friend/colleague) was caught and jailed in a high-security prison. Instead of wanting to run away and save her own life, Rajamani decided to try to save her friend. Almost immediatly the next day, she disguised herself as a local Burmese dancing girl and decided to entertain the British Authorities in the prison, inside the military camp where Durga had been jailed. 64
There with the help of local colleagues, she drugged the drinks with opium, making the soldiers guarding the jail dizzy and thus rescuing Durga. When the British people placed at the prison gate saw them escaping, they shot at them. Rajamani had to suffer and take in a bullet in her right leg. She decided to climb a tree as she was unable to run, where they stayed for two days till when the Britishers tried to find them but couldn't. When the search was taken down, after two days, Rajamani and Durga climbed down and took a local bus to Rangoon. She reached the INA base cap after travelling for eight hours straight. She later received a letter from Bose where she was called the “First Indian Spy” by Bose. ~ Jinia J Koner 65
Tara Rani Srivastava Tara Rani was born in a simple family in the district of Saran near Patna, Bihar. She was married at a young age to Phulendu Babu, who himself was an independence warrior. Jointly they participated in the Quit India Movement. They assembled individuals in their villages for rallies against the British. It was thought sinful of women to depart from their houses, but she encouraged them to fight against the unjust British. On 12 August 1942, during the Quit India Movement, Phulendu scheduled protests to hoist our flag on top of the Siwan police station. The protestors marched towards the station led by Tara. To get things in control, the police announced the Lathi charge. It didn't make much of a difference, and they resorted to open fire. During this violent time, her husband was shot. She hurried to aid him and wrapped his wound with a cloth. Realizing there wasn't much hope left she got up with courage and attempted to complete his wish. Her husband was almost about to die, but that did not stop Tara Rani. 66
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She continued her march to the police station and unfurled the tricolor on top of the station. As she returned, her husband had passed. Tara continued to fight against the British. She did not let anything come between her and her goal, which made her a brilliant nationalist. ~Rashi Rangrej 68
Udham Singh Many revolutionaries lay forgotten in the sands of time, with no recognition, and their sacrifices were a mere name on a textbook. It is paramount for us to reminisce about them, ponder upon their bravery, and their fearless sacrifice. The cost to our freedom was endless torture inflicted on them and their efforts which led us to become a free nation after more than a century of colonizing British rule. Udham Singh was born into a Kamboj Sikh family as Sher Singh on December 1899 at Sunam, Sangrur district of Punjab, India. He had lost both of his parents by the age of eight. He and his brother Mukta Singh had no alternative but to seek admittance into the Central Khalsa Orphanage at Amritsar. There they were named Udham Singh and Sadhu Singh respectively. A decade later Sadhu Singh also departed from this world, which left him all alone to fend for himself. from this world, which left him all alone to fend for himself. Soon after his matriculation, he left the orphanage for good. It was a time of political turmoil in Punjab and the young lad by then was no stranger to the upheavals rising around him. 69
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On a fateful day on April 13, 1919; Singh was serving drinking water to the congregation of people who had gathered together at Jallianwala Bagh from the neighboring villages for the Baisakhi festivities. The shocking massacre of women and children alike left the young Singh to foster a deep enmity against the British. He would soon deliberate upon taking his revenge for the crime against humanity. He actively engaged in revolutionary politics and was deeply influenced by Bhagat Singh and his group. He traveled to foreign countries and encouraged the Indians there to participate in the freedom struggle. In 1927, he returned to India and collaborated with the Ghadar party to publish Ghadr-di-Gunj. A few years later, he was arrested and sentenced to 5 years of prison. After his bail, Singh returned to his village but was kept under scrutiny by the British. To escape this he changed his name to Ram Mohammed Singh Azad. The first three names reflect prominent religious communities of Hindu, Muslim, and Sikh respectively while the last word ‘azad’ literally means freedom. 71
He then escaped to Kashmir and then fled to Germany after duping the police. He went from country to country and then did many odd jobs. All the while, with his obsession with assassinating Michael O’Dwyer. After discovering that O’Dwyer would be sermonizing a meeting of Central Asian Society in London. He managed to purchase a revolver from a pub and smuggled it in the hall concealing it in the pocket of his jacket. As the meeting approached its end, Singh went onto the platform and set free a storm of bullets. One of the shots he fired managed to hit O’Dwyer .passed through his heart and the other went through his right lung. After the shooting Singh did not have the slightest resistance and voluntarily surrendered to the authorities. And that's his story. ~ Delisha Ramaghatta 72
Usha Mehta Usha Mehta, a freedom fighter and a Gandhian, played a key role during the Quit India Movement of 1942. She was born on 25th March 1920 in a village near Surat in Gujarat. At a young age, she was impressed by Gandhian thoughts. Her small age could not stop her from participating in the freedom struggle of her country. She was 8 years old when she participated in a protest against the Simon Commission and made cries of ‘Simon Go Back’. She used to encourage other children of her age to participate in protests against the British. Being a staunch follower of Gandhiji and his ideals, she gave up on all luxuries of life and wore only Khadi clothes. She had received an education in philosophy and then studied law. She gave up her studies in 1942 to take part in the Quit India Movement. The Quit India Movement was going to begin on 9th August 1942, but before the movement could start the British had arrested all-important leaders including Gandhiji. Now the steering of the movement was in the hands of junior leaders and other local leaders who had the responsibility to drive the movement. 73
It was 14th August 1942 when Usha Mehta and other few activists, started the Secret Congress Radio, a clandestine radio, which was on the air from 27th August 1942. It was Chandrakant Jhaveri, Vitthalbhai Jhaveri, and Nanka Motwani, the owner of Chicago radio who contributed to the set up of radio by providing her with technicians and workers for her help. The radio’s first broadcast started with the following words of Usha Mehta, “This is the Congress radio calling on 42.34 metres from somewhere in India.” This Congress radio was meant to be secret from the British so she had not disclosed her location and the wavelength of these radio waves was 42.34-metre hertz making it difficult for the British to capture the place from which this radio was being broadcasted. With time they also used to change their locations of broadcast, to prevent police from capturing them. The radio broadcasted recorded messages of prominent leaders like Gandhiji and other leaders, so as to give direction to the masses on how to carry out the movement in various parts of the country. 74
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The broadcast was made in Hindi as well as in English. Thus, this radio broadcast played a key role in driving the Quit India Movement in various parts of the country. However, unfortunately, the police captured them on 12th November 1942 and Usha Mehta and other activists involved in the radio broadcast were arrested and then imprisoned. She was then imprisoned in Yerwada Jail in Pune from 1942 to 1946. She was interrogated by CID(Criminal Investigation Department) for 6 months, but she refused to answer any question, even at the cost of her life. She showed her true loyalty to her country by not betraying the movement. Although the Congress Radio worked only for 3 months, it had played an invaluable role by acting as a medium of communication between the leaders and masses. Post-Independence, Usha Mehta wrote several books in English as well as Gujarati and also attained a Ph.D. in Gandhian Thought. Dr.Usha Mehta was later on honored with Padma Vibushan, the second-highest civilian award in 1998. ~Viraj Patel 76
Vasudev Phadke Known as the father of the Indian armed rebellion, Vasudev Balwant Phadke was born on 4th November 1845, in the Shirdon village established in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. He has played his part in contributing to the freedom struggle by influencing fellow patriots through encouragement even before Lal Bal and Pal. His inspiration was driven by Ranade’s speech on the drain of wealth and Hindu revivalism among Pune intellectuals, becoming the first Indian to trip for political advertising. That is when he pledged to fight for his motherland's freedom and reconquer British power in Bharat. In his youth, he moved to Pune after graduating from Bombay University in 1862. He worked in the military department of Pune for over a decade. Deeply moved by the farmer community situation, he knew that independence was the key. So, he raided opulent British businessmen along with others of his mind. Phadke, along with WP Bhave and Laxman Indapurkar founded the Maharashtra Education Society in 1860. It is one of the oldest private institutions in Pune. He also organized a revolutionary assembly Ramoshi. 77
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In the darkness of 20th February 1879, he, along with his fellowmen Gadre, Gopal S., Ganesh Deodhar, and Gopal Karve avowed their militia outside Loni, in the north Pune. It was perhaps the first revolutionary army of India. In 1879, he issued his declaration warning them on disapproving their exploitative policies. The Governor and other government officers received the proclamation, which built an awareness throughout the nation. Phadke’s popularity reached its peak when he had the whole of Pune city under him after he had caught the British military men off guard during one of his ambushes. When the British regained their control slowly, he was forced to leave and stayed in Shree Shaila Mallikarjuna, a Jyotirlinga in Andra Pradesh. He was caught in the same year and sent to prison in Yemen. While this was done, the British army feared Indians' response to the arrest. He managed to escape in 1883 but got caught. He breathed his last on 17th February due to a hunger strike at thirty-eight years old. Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s patriotic novel Anand Math integrated several acts of patriotism accomplished by Phadke during his time. -Rucha Walvekar 79
The Young Patriot Tempered Storms and hefty rain Hero being born is not a bane Oh! It was 24th May no one knew A legend was born The forgotten hero Kartar Singh Was born… Being too young to show his patriotic sentiments! But he did it! He learned to fly an airplane, to shoot at just the age of 14 He did not fear demise at all! He was betrayed by an Indian police for his master the British Queen He was arrested on November 17, And executed the very next day! Oh! He was now no more! Nor in hearts of people neither in this world And hence named as the forgotten hero Kartar Singh Sarabha He may have inspired many young generations But The folk hero of the Indian independence movement Bhagat Singh was inspired by him. ~ Shreyas Newe
When I look back... So many endeavoured. Only some remembered. History so revolutionary Do we remember their bravery? 199 years under the rule of the British. This soon had to finish. British goods were banned So many were tortured and hanged. National movements were started by Gandhi. One was the March from Sabarmati to Dandi. India has seen so many tragedies Where Britishers destroyed thousands of families. So many deaths In a single breath. Came an end to our sorrows Because of our forgotten heroes. Today India has freedom. Remember their martyrdom. No more miseries Because of their braveries.
Several independent years. Remember the struggle, your eyes will have tears. So many in number But how many do we remember? ~ Advika Bhosle
‘INDIA’S FREEDOM’ The freedom which we have today was not easily achieved, in that long term of war, some were encouraged and some deceived. Many legends together made a great legacy, They gave their lives to reconquer our long lost supremacy. Lokmanya’s famous quote said, “Freedom is my birth right, till my heart is beating I won’t give up the fight”. Our country was in fragments, our people woeful, The others acquired power, and began to rule. We were like birds locked in a cage, but our unity helped us, to break through this stage.
This freedom given to us should be respected by all These forgotten heroes, prevented us from a big fall. We should try and understand the importance of our freedom, Which helped us to build up this beautiful kingdom. ~ Rucha Walvekar and Niyati Pandit
Student's Experience My role in this book was to write a poem which would act as an introduction to the book and would create a sense of appeal to the reader’s mind to read the book. I always from the start wanted to do something as a tribute to our freedom fighters and our history teacher - Maninder Teacher took this initiative. All the participants too I am sure were instantly ready and have given their full efforts to make this book. - Nameet Mehta As an artist, it was very important to me that I have been able to contribute to this. Bringing the image of someone that important in our history to life is a huge honour and I am glad I have been able to fulfil that role. - Mahi Khare Vismrit Shaurya was a great opportunity to learn about the history of India's freedom fighters. It allowed me to further read into our country's rich history and fight for freedom. It taught me about obscure freedom fighters that had a hand in our freedom and made me proud to be Indian. - Aayush Thorat Thank you to the entire team of Vismrit Shaurya. Speacial thanks to Maninder teacher for giving me an opportunity to be a part of this brilliant piece of effort. It was indeed an intriguing experience to be a part of and learn about the forgotten heroes of India who gave their everything for the country. To draw valuable inspiration from this is all that matters! - Rucha Walvekar It has been an immense pleasure editing this book. It was only an idea, that was brought to action by a wonderful and hardworking team. An experience that will be too hard to forget and most importantly, a heartwarming tribute to those who sacrificed themselves for India’s independence. Vismrit Shaurya was the thing that made this year, one to recall years into the future. A memorable initiative- a memorable book. - Arushi Rohilla
I was an artist for this book. It was interesting getting to know more about the forgotten heroes and portraying them in my art style. It feels unreal that this will be published as a book and I’m super excited for it! -Neha Walawalkar Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali was a valiant hero that played a major part in the Indian freedom struggle. Despite his efforts, his name is still widely unknown. Through my article, I wanted to shed some light on the life of this unsung hero. The experience of writing for this project was very different from anything I have done before. Nevertheless, it was a fantastic learning experience and I am grateful that I had the opportunity to contribute to this project. - Yashica Rawat This experience has been incredibly great. There is no better way to describe this experience than calling it a once in a lifetime opportunity. During the stress of studies and the boredom in this pandemic, this project has been a healthy distraction from all of it. Thank you Maninder tr. for reminding us of the forgotten and unsung heroes and for making me a part of this Initiative. - Advika Bhosle There are so many forgotten heroes in our Indian history and I think this is an incredible way to remember the sacrifices they did for us. While writing the article, I learnt that our freedom wasn't so easy to be achieved but yet we tried our best and never gave up. Never let the feeling of oneness and unity die in you because that's what matters in the end. We can do anything and everything when we're united as one. I would like to thank my teacher for giving me this opportunity. - Saanvi Pathak Writing isn't as easy a task as one thinks. We need to ponder much about what the content ought to be and how to put it forward to our readers. However, I am really very glad to grab the golden opportunity to showcase my writing skills. It did take some efforts to read and write about our unsung Indian freedom fighters, who strive for the freedom of our country, by sacrificing nothing less than what our renowned heroes did and yet remained invisible to us, but none of these goes to waste. I am really gratified to gather knowledge about them and pen it down in our book, \"Vishmrit Shaurya\". This too sparked enduring respect towards them for all that they have done for our motherland, India. - Anwesha Rath
Writing this book \"Vismrit Shaurya\" was indeed a fun process. I have written a brief article and on Kartar Singh Sarbha the young forgotten patriot who lived for his motherland and died for his motherland. I actually enjoyed writing my part in this book. I researched, analyzed, and found it very interesting. Watching our team write this was cheering with all engrossed in the work to give their best to The \"Vismrit Shaurya\". - Shreyas Newe It was a great experience working on this book... I got to know about some real heroes who weren't known till date, the best part was I discovered the real fire of freedom that our heroes had to free our country from the unjust rule of the British. How they didn't care about themselves but the future. And finally after working on this book I feel very proud of our country and the sacrifices made to make it what it is today. - Pranshu Thakkar
A Special Thank You! “There have been many stories of some brave men and women who are not very well remembered by us. I thought it would be a good idea to write a book to honor these freedom fighters for the sacrifices they have made for this country.\" We considered it to be a task; writing a book. A challenging one. From assembling a group of interested students to writing, and editing. Somewhere amid the process of this project, we forgot how we all came together initially. It is hard to thank someone in particular, when there are so many people to thank. But there was one respected teacher who thought of this initiative and brought it forward. That is why out of all individuals we should thank, foremost comes our history teacher, Mrs. Maninder Kaur. Besides being a remarkable educator, she was the perfect director for this project. Under her optimistic guidance, we could make this project a success. As students attending her history lessons, we could recognize the devotion in her teachings. When she had declared this initiative, students were very happy. The response from the number of people interested was astonishing. Thanks to her encouragement and guidance, we could continue with utmost excitement and interest. We thank her for her efforts and for continuously guiding and encouraging us with passion. We also owe it to our respected principals Mrs. Surinder Sayan (Principal of Secondary Section) and Mrs. Sharmila Kadam (Principal of Primary Section) for supporting us. What seemed to be a difficult task earlier has been completed. And it would not have at all, by all means, been possible without their help. This book not only serves as a vivid memory to us, but also a heartfelt honor and token of gratitude to the brave men and women who lost their lives contributing to the Indian struggle for freedom. This refresher can now let us celebrate these courageous fighters once again along with renowned ones. From Sri Mahatma Gandhi, to Vasudev Balwant, their names shall remain in our hearts forever. There is no expression of gratitude to express how memorable it has been to be a part of this.. We hope for the future years to come, the names of these forgotten heroes have made a solid place amongst our hearts. Thank you!
\"You will always be remembered.\"
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