Prayagraj: Keeping Allahabad free from British rule for 10 days was a significant historical event, and we should all take pride in it and ensure the new generation is made aware of this history. Speaking at the 'Pahli Azadi Mahotsav' held at Kranti Bagh, District Magistrate of Prayagraj, Manish Kumar Verma, on Sunday remarked on the immense sacrifices made by ancestors to uphold India's honour and dignity. He urged people to draw inspiration from them and reflect on how one can contribute to the nation's progress.
DM Praises Organization's Efforts
The DM praised the 'Bharat Bhagya Vidhata' organization and its convener Virendra Pathak for their inspiring work honoring the martyrs under the motto 'Chalo Kuch Achcha Kare,' encouraging everyone to contribute positively to the country wherever they may be. Verma also emphasized that merely remembering history for a single day is insufficient and 'we must personally commit to becoming responsible, ethical citizens.'
Historical Context of the Uprising
Pathak recounted that the uprising began on June 6 under the leadership of Sepoy Ramchandra of the 6th Native Infantry. On June 7, revolutionaries proclaimed a government at Khusro Bagh, which operated for 10 days under the leadership of Maulvi Liaquat Ali. He also spoke of the brutal suppression by Colonel Neill, noting that many Indians were hanged from trees across Allahabad (now Prayagraj) during that period.
Renaming to Kranti Bagh
Pathak proposed renaming the site—the headquarters of the 1857 revolution—as 'Kranti Bagh,' a proposal that was unanimously approved. He said that the district administration would document the details of this event at the site and officially designate it as Kranti Bagh. This move aims to preserve the legacy of the freedom fighters and educate future generations about their bravery and sacrifice.
