Bhagat Singh, born on September 28, 1907, in Banga, Punjab, was a pivotal figure in the Indian independence movement, known for his fearless commitment to freeing India from British colonial rule. Influenced by the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the widespread injustice faced by Indians, Singh became involved in revolutionary activities at a young age.
He joined the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA), where he quickly rose to prominence due to his intellect, passion, and leadership. Singh was deeply inspired by Marxist ideologies and believed in the necessity of both social and political change to achieve true independence. His most famous act of defiance was the assassination of British police officer John Saunders in 1928, intended as retribution for the death of Lala Lajpat Rai. Later, in 1929, he and Batukeshwar Dutt threw non-lethal bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly, shouting slogans of "Inquilab Zindabad!" (Long live the revolution).
Arrested and subsequently imprisoned, Bhagat Singh used his trial as a platform to spread his revolutionary ideas. He went on a hunger strike to protest the inhumane treatment of Indian prisoners, garnering immense support across India. Despite widespread appeals for clemency, Singh was executed on March 23, 1931, at the age of 23.
Bhagat Singh’s sacrifice and his call for a revolutionary approach to end colonial rule have made him an enduring symbol of courage and patriotism in India’s struggle for independence. His legacy continues to inspire generations of Indians to fight against oppression and injustice.
