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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Kakori Action recalled
Lucknow: The year 1922 in Indian struggle for Independence was marked by significant events that shaped the course of the freedom movement, one of the most notable being the Kakori Train Robbery, which, although occurred in 1925, was deeply rooted in revolutionary fervour reignited after suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922. This was stated by renowned academicians during a national seminar at C B Gupta BSS College, Chandrawal, Lucknow, under joint auspices of Bharat Seva Sansthan and Motilal Memorial Society, to commemorate 100th anniversary of Kakori Action (1925-2025), on Saturday. Former head of Lucknow University's political science department Prof Ramesh Dixit said "1922 was a year of despair when Gandhi suspended Non-Cooperation Movement, prompting revolutionaries to loot the Kakori train and oppose British imperialism. " He said Ram Prasad Bismil and Ashfaqullah Khan worked gave shape to this plan. Kakori case, fought at the GPO (then a court), was remembered for sacrifices of Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Rajendra Nath Lahiri and Thakur Roshan Singh, urging new generation to dedicate themselves to the nation with courage. TNN Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
PM Modi pays tribute to Kakori martyrs on 100th anniversary of revolt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday remembered the freedom fighters involved in the Kakori train conspiracy on its 100th anniversary, highlighting how the freedom fighters' courage showed the resentment among people against colonial rule. "They were angry at the manner in which people's money was being used to further colonial exploitation. Their valour will always be remembered by the people of India," the Prime Minister wrote in a post on X. Reiterating the resolve to build a prosperous India, PM Modi added, "We will keep working to fulfil their dreams for a strong and prosperous India." Earlier today, Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Ram Prasad Bismil, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Asfaqullah Khan and other freedom fighters involved in the historic event. Shah stated that the freedom fighters ignited the "torch of revolution" against the "British looting" and shook the foundation of the British Empire by robbing the train with the aim of giving the nation's wealth back to its people. In a post on X, HM Shah said, "The 'Kakori Train Action' is a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism in the Indian freedom struggle. On August 9, 1925, brave heroes like Ram Prasad Bismil Ji, Chandra Shekhar Azad Ji, and Ashfaqulla Khan Ji ignited the torch of revolution against British looting, shaking the foundations of the British Empire." Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also paid tribute to the freedom fighters involved in the event. CM Sharma stated that the contributions of the freedom fighters will forever inspire the spirit of patriotism in future generations. The Kakori Train Action or Kakori Conspiracy was a train robbery that took place at Kakori, a village near Lucknow, on 9 August 1925 during the Indian Independence Movement against the British colonial rule. The robbery was organised by the Hindustan Republican Association, and more than 40 persons were arrested in this incident. They were finally sentenced to death by the British government, and severe punishments were also given to those people who helped with the incident. The main purpose of the robbery was to protest against the heavy tax that was collected from the Indians and use the money to fund the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) rather than leaving it with the Britishers.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Highlighted resentment among people against colonial rule: PM Modi pays tribute to freedom fighters on 100th anniversary of Kakori train conspiracy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday remembered the freedom fighters involved in the Kakori train conspiracy on its 100th anniversary, highlighting how the freedom fighters' courage showed the resentment among people against colonial rule. "They were angry at the manner in which people's money was being used to further colonial exploitation. Their valour will always be remembered by the people of India," the Prime Minister wrote in a post on X. Productivity Tool Zero to Hero in Microsoft Excel: Complete Excel guide By Metla Sudha Sekhar View Program Finance Introduction to Technical Analysis & Candlestick Theory By Dinesh Nagpal View Program Finance Financial Literacy i e Lets Crack the Billionaire Code By CA Rahul Gupta View Program Digital Marketing Digital Marketing Masterclass by Neil Patel By Neil Patel View Program Finance Technical Analysis Demystified- A Complete Guide to Trading By Kunal Patel View Program Productivity Tool Excel Essentials to Expert: Your Complete Guide By Study at home View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program — narendramodi (@narendramodi) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The 5 Books Warren Buffett Recommends You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Reiterating the resolve to build a prosperous India, PM Modi added, "We will keep working to fulfil their dreams for a strong and prosperous India." Earlier today, Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Ram Prasad Bismil, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Asfaqullah Khan and other freedom fighters involved in the historic event. Live Events Shah stated that the freedom fighters ignited the "torch of revolution" against the "British looting" and shook the foundation of the British Empire by robbing the train with the aim of giving the nation's wealth back to its people. In a post on X, HM Shah said, "The 'Kakori Train Action' is a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism in the Indian freedom struggle. On August 9, 1925, brave heroes like Ram Prasad Bismil Ji, Chandra Shekhar Azad Ji, and Ashfaqulla Khan Ji ignited the torch of revolution against British looting, shaking the foundations of the British Empire." Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also paid tribute to the freedom fighters involved in the event. CM Sharma stated that the contributions of the freedom fighters will forever inspire the spirit of patriotism in future generations. The Kakori Train Action or Kakori Conspiracy was a train robbery that took place at Kakori, a village near Lucknow, on 9 August 1925 during the Indian Independence Movement against the British colonial rule. The robbery was organised by the Hindustan Republican Association , and more than 40 persons were arrested in this incident. They were finally sentenced to death by the British government, and severe punishments were also given to those people who helped with the incident. The main purpose of the robbery was to protest against the heavy tax that was collected from the Indians and use the money to fund the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) rather than leaving it with the Britishers.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Bijnor jail ‘Smritika' preserves memories of Kakori unsung hero
Lucknow: Revolutionaries like Ram Prasad Bismil and Ashfaqullah Khan, who played a crucial role in Kakori Train Action, are well known, not many know that Sachindranath Bakshi, was also instrumental in the execution of the plan. He was lodged at Bijnor Jail after being awarded life imprisonment. Jail superintendent, Bijnor, Aditi Srivastava, found the records at the jail and got a memorial built after Bakshi in 2023. "When I took charge as the superintendent of 173-year-old Bijnor Jail on July 2, 2022, there was no memorial honouring the freedom fighters once imprisoned there. On examining British-era records (1913-1947), I identified 419 such revolutionaries, including Kakori hero Sachindranath Bakshi, jailed here in 1928. Inspired by my freedom fighter grandfather, I built a 'Smritika' — a memorial with Bakshi's statue and engraved names of all 419 patriots. It was inaugurated on Aug 11, 2023," said Srivastava. Born on Dec 25, 1904, in Varanasi, Bakshi purchased three second-class tickets from Kakori station — a rare event that drew the attention of the station staff. Travelling with Ashfaqullah Khan and Rajendra Lahiri, Bakshi pulled the train's emergency chain after departure, initiating the heist. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Family Adopts A New Dog. But When The Vet Sees It, He Calls The Officer Undo by Taboola by Taboola As the train came to a halt, the revolutionaries jumped out, opened aerial fire to prevent passengers from interfering, and overpowered the guard. According to an account from Bakshi himself, when the train guard Jagannath Prasad approached, Bakshi pointed a pistol at him and declared, "We are revolutionaries, not dacoits. We are here to loot the govt treasury for the cause of revolution, not to harm anyone." He even asked the guard to promise not to identify them in future — a promise the sympathetic guard kept, refusing to identify Bakshi during the police line-up. Bakshi fled after the incident but was later arrested in Bhagalpur (Bihar) after the main trial had sentenced Bismil, Lahiri, and Roshan Singh to death. A supplementary trial was held in Lucknow under Judge Bennett, where on July 13, 1927, Ashfaqullah Khan was sentenced to death, and Bakshi was awarded life imprisonment (Kala Pani). In his memoir 'Kranti Ke Path Par', Bakshi recalled his trial with Ashfaqullah Khan. They had agreed not to acknowledge knowing each other in court, to avoid incriminating evidence. However, in jail, they were held together. Bakshi wrote with emotion how he felt dwarfed when Ashfaqullah was sentenced to death while he received life imprisonment, saying in Bengali, "Ek yatra mein prithak phal nahin hona chahiye, mujhe bhi wahi saza milni chahiye thi (There should not be different fates in a shared journey, I too deserved the same sentence)." The two were separated at Lucknow station — Ashfaqullah was sent to Faizabad Jail for execution, while Bakshi was taken to Agra Central Jail. He never saw Ashfaqullah again. Bakshi fought for the rights of political prisoners and led several protest movements. On Dec 14, 1928, he was shifted to Bijnor Jail, then to Lucknow on Dec 26, and back to Bijnor by Dec 31. Later, on May 8, 1929, he was moved to Bareilly Central Jail where he undertook a 53-day hunger strike demanding recognition of freedom fighters as political prisoners — alongside Manmath Nath Gupta and Rajkumar Sinha. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CM: Dussheri to be branded as Kakori mangoes
1 2 Lucknow: CM Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the Dussheri mangoes of Malihabad will now be branded under the name of Kakori and exported globally. "The move is aimed at honouring the town of Kakori and highlight the significance of the Kakori Train Action in India's Independence movement," Yogi said during an event to mark the conclusion of the train action centenary celebrations. Speaking on the occasion, Yogi urged people to adopt swadeshi as buying foreign-made products not just drains the country's wealth but could also fuel terrorism and extremism. "Swadeshi should become the aim of our life, swadeshi should become the mantra of our life. We should live for swadeshi and die for the country." He appealed to people to buy and gift only indigenous products during festivals like Rakshabandhan, Janmashtami, Dussehra, Deepawali and Chhath. "When we choose swadeshi products, we empower our artisans and handicraft, generating livelihood opportunities and strengthening the nation's economy. Even if these products cost slightly more, they contribute directly to the country's progress," he said. The CM also paid tribute to martyrs of the Kakori Train Action, planted a Peepal tree at the venue and participated in Rakshabandhan celebrations by having rakhis tied by young girls. Recalling the courage of the revolutionaries, the CM said on Aug 9, 1925, they seized the British govt's treasury in Kakori and used it to fuel the freedom struggle. He said while only Rs 4,600 was taken from the train, the British govt spent over Rs 10 lakh to capture Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Thakur Roshan Singh and Rajendranath Lahiri, all of whom were executed without trial. Chandrashekhar Azad evaded capture by the British, choosing instead to fight valiantly and embrace martyrdom. Describing the centenary celebrations as a "momentous occasion to honour their legacy", Yogi appealed to every citizen to remember the valour of the revolutionaries and to express gratitude to them for making the ultimate sacrifice for India's independence. "Rekindling the spirit of patriotism in every citizen's heart should be our collective resolve today. All of us should heed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to hoist the tricolour atop every home and to organise Tiranga Yatras in every village, municipal body and ward. This will embody the true spirit of our Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav," he said. Encouraging everyone to participate in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign ahead of Independence Day, the CM said through these yatras, one must carry forward the message of national unity and defeat every divisive agenda. "Only with this determination will Independence Day celebrations once again unite every Indian with the soul of the nation," he said. The CM asked every citizen to honour the courage and valour of the Indian Army, giving the example of the recent Operation Sindoor. Honouring the families of revolutionaries and soldiers associated with the Kakori movement, the CM said: "We must respect every soldier and karmveer who safeguards the nation." Yogi added that the UP govt was not only commemorating freedom fighters but also actively working to restore and preserve martyr memorials. Recalling landmark revolutionary events such as the Mainpuri Action of 1915, Chauri Chaura incident of 1922, and Kakori Train Action of 1925, he said: "Every achievement has a price, and our ancestors paid it with their sacrifices. Now, it is our responsibility to build the India of their dreams." Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
