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[nikath-852]

Remembering Chandrashekhar Azad: A Fearless Freedom Fighter's Legacy

Introduction

Today, February 27, we remember Chandrashekhar Azad, a fearless freedom fighter who gave his life for India's independence. Born on July 23, 1906, in Madhya Pradesh, Azad was a key figure in the Indian independence movement, believing that freedom could only be achieved through struggle. His unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom and his daring exploits against British rule have etched his name in the annals of Indian history.

Early Life and Awakening

Chandrashekhar Azad was born into a humble family in the village of Bhavra, now in Madhya Pradesh. From a young age, he displayed a rebellious spirit and a deep-seated desire for justice. His formal introduction to the independence movement came during the Non-Cooperation Movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920.

Education: Azad received his early education in Bhavra and later moved to Varanasi for further studies.

Political Awakening: The Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 1919 deeply affected young Azad, fueling his revolutionary spirit.

First Arrest: At the age of 15, Azad was arrested for participating in the Non-Cooperation Movement and famously gave his name as "Azad" (Free) to the magistrate.

Revolutionary Activities

Azad's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to India's freedom. He was a founding member of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) and played a significant role in several high-profile revolutionary activities.

The Kakori Conspiracy

One of the most daring acts of the HSRA was the Kakori train robbery of 1925. Azad, along with other revolutionaries, including Ram Prasad Bismil and Ashfaqulla Khan, stopped and looted a train carrying British government money.

Objective: To fund revolutionary activities and showcase the vulnerability of British rule.

Aftermath: Several revolutionaries were arrested and executed, but Azad managed to evade capture.

Assassination of John P. Saunders

In response to the death of Lala Lajpat Rai following a police lathi charge, Azad and Bhagat Singh planned to assassinate James A. Scott, the Superintendent of Police. However, in a case of mistaken identity, they ended up killing John P. Saunders, an Assistant Superintendent of Police.

Date: December 17, 1928

Impact: This act further intensified the British crackdown on revolutionary activities.

The Iconic Image of Azad

Chandrashekhar Azad's physical appearance became synonymous with the spirit of revolution. His iconic style, including his distinctive moustache, has become an enduring symbol of his bravery and defiance.

Attire: Azad was often seen wearing a Kurta and dhoti, with a bandolier across his chest.

Weapons: He was known to always carry a Colt pistol, which became a part of his legendary image.

Demeanor: Azad's confident stance and fearless expression in photographs captured the imagination of the public.

Azad's Final Stand

On February 27, 1931, Azad faced his final confrontation with the British police in Alfred Park, Allahabad (now Prayagraj). Surrounded by police, he engaged in a fierce gun battle, living up to his vow of never being captured alive.

Duration: The shootout lasted for several hours.

Last Bullet: True to his word, Azad used his last bullet on himself rather than surrender.

Legacy: The park was later renamed Chandrashekhar Azad Park in his honor.

Legacy and Influence

Chandrashekhar Azad's legacy continues to inspire Indians, and his commitment to freedom and justice remains a powerful reminder of the importance of fighting for what is right.

Films and Literature: Numerous books, films, and plays have been created to honor Azad's life and sacrifice.

Educational Institutions: Several schools and colleges across India bear his name.

Commemorative Stamps: The Indian government has issued postage stamps in his memory.

Dr. Nowhera Shaik's Tribute

Dr. Nowhera Shaik, MD & CEO of Heera Group of Companies, likely pays tribute to this brave warrior who dared to challenge the British Empire. As a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, Dr. Shaik embodies the spirit of independence and progress that Azad fought for.

Conclusion

As we honor Chandrashekhar Azad's sacrifice on his death anniversary, we celebrate his invaluable contributions to India's struggle for independence. His life serves as a testament to the power of unwavering conviction and the willingness to sacrifice everything for a greater cause.

Azad's famous quote, "Dushman ki goliyon ka hum samna karenge, Azad hi rahein hain, Azad hi rahenge" (We will face the bullets of enemies, We have been free, and we will remain free), continues to resonate with Indians, reminding us of the price of freedom and the importance of preserving it.

Let us remember Chandrashekhar Azad not just as a historical figure, but as a living inspiration for courage, patriotism, and the relentless pursuit of justice. His legacy challenges us to stand up for what is right and to work tirelessly for the betterment of our nation.

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From Threads to Factories: The Industrial Revolution's Role in India’s Decline of Cottage Industries

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[jaggyasenee]

In Kolkata, a tranquil and crumbling British cemetery is a haunting monument to an unforgiving time. #tranquil #crumbling #britishcemetery #british #cemetery #hauntingmonument #haunting #monument #unforgiving #unforgivingtime #time #history #colonialindia #britishera #britishindia #kolkata #parkstreetcemetry #parkstreet #westbengal #eastindia #east #india #jaggyasenee #jaggyaseneechakraborty #artyjc (at South Park Street Cemetery) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4cpsOSBCIg/?igshid=l39xbo9j0qlv

[damonkowarsky]

And adding in the watercolour on a new drawing of ruins in the former British Residency in Lucknow.⁠ ⁠ #art #linework #ruins #lucknow #britishresidency #colonialindia #india #uttarpradesh #trees #foliage #bird #drawing #techpen #staedtler @staedtlerau @staedtler #marsmatic #watercolour #underpainting #panorama #putabirdonit (at Raleigh Street Studios) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYpq4j2BY9T/?utm_medium=tumblr

[punkromanticscumbag]

Future Indian Dark Academia novels can have so much potential. I have been waiting for someone to write magical realism, DA, gothic themes in an Indian setting for quite a while. Its been too late, so FUCK IT.  I am taking it upon myself to deliver the general public this masterpiece. 

Indian Dark Academia - Colonial Era

(Inspired by this post by @twostarsinonesphere )

it is 1930. you're hunched over a book in Connemara library. the dim light of the candles illuminate a page filled with cryptic symbols. they were meant for no one but you. the white librarian glares at you over his glasses. he suspects something but you throw him a smile and leave.

your brother has been gone for months. I'm going to Gandhi's march he had said. But you're starting to suspect that wasn't the case at all.

you find the diary of a rebel among you're dead friend's belongings dating back to 1858. the pages are laced with dried blood. the entries delineate obscure prophecies and end abruptly, as if the pen had been snatched away from the writer.

you wake up to find a letter addressed to you from your grandfather stealthily slid under your door. someone's playing games, your grandfather had perished in the bombardment of madras in 1914. you unfold it and it's empty, save for a bright red stain in the middle. your hands shake, you know what it is. a death threat.

the air is filled with smoke and the sun burns down cruelly as you wait for your train. there have been uprisings in Lahore. that will be your next stop. you catch a man watching you, his blue eyes boring into yours. he tips his hat at you. a warning. you're being watched.

it all started with you being a mere activist in the freedom struggle but how quickly things changed. secrets dating back to centuries have their claws on your back now. heads on spikes, gruesome murders, sinister incidents. history is painted in blood. it all haunts your dreams. some things are better left undiscovered but it's too late now. you know things that you shouldn't. Let the knowledge die with me is all you could think as the blade kissed your throat.

[rohanmintoo11-blog]

Listen with ears of tolerance! See through the eyes of compassion! Speak with the language of love. Rumi Amazing sunsets... Awesome architecture a victory memorial Image credits@martin.jernberg . . . . . . #worldin_nutshell #kolkatagram #museumseveryday #tbt #indosaracenic #architecturedesign #pinksunsets #sunsetsgram #viajes #indianheritage #instagood #queenvictoria #colonialindia #calcutta_aesthetics - #kochi #kerala #coimbatore #delhigram #lonelyplanetindia #travelawesome #travelrealindia #_soi #coloursofindia #instagram #india #heatercentral #reisen #Mytinyatlas #travelgram #travelbloggers (at Kolkata / Calcutta (City of Joy)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEra8ALByk0/?igshid=1u1bq8th09bcc

[adisjournal]

One of my favourite places in Pune. @marzorin on M G Road, Camp, Pune. Beautiful #colonialarchitecture, their own spacial tasty zoom sauce chicken burger, amazing sandwiches and pastries, fudges for our sweet tooth. . . . . #cafesofpune #interiordesign #colonialindia #punediaries #marzorin #camppune #architecturephotography #lights #cafelight (at Marzorin) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2eXGIhJzyY/?igshid=1fd4o2jp2i6kd

[allgyan]

Thirdly when pm modi had said that “ if Pakistan do not stop terror activities in India , we will be forced to chech the water stream of the rivers which irrigate Pakistan” what does it means most of the rivers those irrigate Pakistan mainland Punjab and sindh emerged from the mountains or gelecries of Indian Kashmir . by making dam and other water management programme India can direct or check the river stream and by doing so go1 can have ability to make artificial water scarcity for Pakistan.

Natural prosperity of Kashmir have potential for world tourist hub .this potential of revenue generation too add up an other aspect of the importance of Kashmir valley and ladakh .

We all know that all nation state follow their path of national interest and so India too do. In international and nothing is considered as ethical or unethical but national interest.

please read<http://bit.ly/2Z5lONj>

[keralawildlife]

Fort Cabo de Rama -Portuguese Goa 

https://keralaarchaeology.blogspot.com/2020/12/fort-cabo-de-rama-goa-fort-that-never.html 

[indianariesolive]

August 9, 1942

After launching the Quit India movement against the British, Mahatma Gandhi and other Congress leader were arrested, resulting in nation wide protests. Gandhi’s motto was “DO or DIE.” 

#Indianhistory #ColonialIndia #StruggleforIndependence

[bloodworthbellamy]

A new french art nouveau bronze piece hitting the shop floor on Friday. Does this signatute look like J. Lauoin? It's a bit of a tricky one. What do you reckon? #bloodworthbellamy #interior #design #bestshopinsydney #oldwoodandmetal #magicalstaff #oneofakind #newtownsydney #innerwest #armycollectibles #antiques #curios #collectables #antiquarian #lincolnfusilliers #colonialindia #huntersandcollectors #antiquesofinstagram  #lincolnarmy #eclecticdecor  #antiqueshop #tribalcollectors #investmentpiece #eclectichome #antiquedealer #rareandexotic #sydneyantiques #vintage #antiques #britishempire (at Bloodworth Bellamy 539 King St Newtown)

[mattaiart-blog]

"pillage and plunder," pen and wash on 1835 print entitled "Hindoo and Mahomedan buildings" #colonialism #postcolonialart #drawing #collage #collageart #mixedmediacollage #india #colonialindia #britishraj #denverartist #tiltwest #contemporaryart #contemporarycollage #markmaking #naturaldisaster (at Paris Place De La Bastille)

[damonkowarsky]

Linework for a drawing of the ruins of the former British Residency in Lucknow.⁠ ⁠ #art #linework #ruins #lucknow #britishresidency #colonialindia #india #uttarpradesh #trees #foliage #bird #drawing #techpen #staedtler @staedtlerau @staedtler #marsmatic #putabirdonit (at Raleigh Street Studios) https://www.instagram.com/damonkowarsky/p/CYnGg0ZBTS7/?utm_medium=tumblr

[rohanmintoo11-blog]

Listen with ears of tolerance! See through the eyes of compassion! Speak with the language of love. Rumi Amazing sunsets... Awesome architecture a victory memorial Image credits@martin.jernberg . . . . . . #worldin_nutshell #kolkatagram #museumseveryday #tbt #indosaracenic #architecturedesign #pinksunsets #sunsetsgram #viajes #indianheritage #instagood #queenvictoria #colonialindia #calcutta_aesthetics - #kochi #kerala #coimbatore #delhigram #lonelyplanetindia #travelawesome #travelrealindia #_soi #coloursofindia #instagram #india #heatercentral #reisen #Mytinyatlas #travelgram #travelbloggers (at Kolkata / Calcutta (City of Joy)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEra8ALByk0/?igshid=1skpszl0ktg23

[adisjournal]

तारों में जो कैद हुवा हूं, गुजरे कल की गाथा हूं। आज जो जीर्णावस्था हूं, गतवैभव याद दिलाता हूं...... . . . . . #architecture #indore #colonial #britisharchitecture #colonialindia #mptourism #bharatscoutsandguides #india #architecturephotography #artofpoetry #poetsofinstagram #architecturepoetry #buildingsofindia #architecturelovers #design #archilovers #architectural #architect #art #archi #arquitectura (at Indore GPO) https://www.instagram.com/p/BweP5KIpee1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=45frkemyg2tf

[allgyan]

Why jammu & Kashmir and ladakh is so important ?

After independence of India , Pakistan and china from 1950 onward Jammu &kashmir  is the region where these three nation have been contesting for the supremacy whether china never claimed whole state of Jammu & Kashmir but it assumed aksai-chin and ladakh of Jammu &Kashmir as its own region .being Muslim majority region , Pakistan think that occupying Kashmir would be fulfilment of the an completed work of partition on the basis of Hindu & Muslim majority regions of colonial India. Apart from this historical aspect of jammu &Kashmir dispute , geographical and strategic situation of j &k gives its prominence for all these three nations .

Jammu &Kashmir ( now j &k and ladakh ) is not only a border state but also it is a meeting point of three nuclear weapon state . in ladakh region India share the border with china and j & k region India share the border with Pakistan even Pakistan had given a piece of Kashmir situated Gilgit area to china in 1963. So , sharing the border with three nuclear capable state makes  j& k region as one of the most sensitive area in the world .

Secondly being mountainous region or highland . Kashmir including ladakh have their strategic value . in modern warfare , forces acquiring highlands have tactical strategic moral benefits against the adversary .in the war like situation adversary holding lower ground required much more manpower, ammunition and technological advancement to out class the enemy .India felled it in a very outward situation when Pakistan army intruded in dras and kargil sector of j &k in 1999.  India had to deploy I soldiers against the one Pakistan army personal and had to use before guns and fighter jets.

Thirdly when pm modi had said that “ if Pakistan do not stop terror activities in India , we will be forced to chech the water stream of the rivers which irrigate Pakistan” what does it means most of the rivers those irrigate Pakistan mainland Punjab and sindh emerged from the mountains or gelecries of Indian Kashmir . by making dam and other water management programme India can direct or check the river stream and by doing so go1 can have ability to make artificial water scarcity for Pakistan.

Natural prosperity of Kashmir have potential for world tourist hub .this potential of revenue generation too add up an other aspect of the importance of Kashmir valley and ladakh .

We all know that all nation state follow their path of national interest and so India too do. In international and nothing is considered as ethical or unethical but national interest.

please read<http://bit.ly/2Z5lONj>