Reading Time: 11 minutes Lying hidden in the archives of the Indian independence movement are many forgotten tales of valor and courage. One such movement was the “Paika Bidroha“. Also called the Paika Rebellion, this was led by the “Paikas” in the present-day state of Odisha. This revolt captured the imagination of the common people of the state, spreading… Continue reading Paika Bidroha – Odisha lights up the Independence movement
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Kakori Incident – The Train Hold-up that shook India
Reading Time: 16 minutes Ashfaq froze, the sledge hammer in his hand weighing down on the iron safe. It was the unmistakable sound of an approaching train. But how did the British know about the plan so quickly and bring in military reinforcements? Was there a traitor in their midst? A fire fight and the shooting down of all… Continue reading Kakori Incident – The Train Hold-up that shook India
