Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha member Ritabrata Banerjee shed light on 12 brave freedom fighters from West Bengal who were sent to the Cellular Jail in the Andaman Islands after the Alipore Bomb Case of 1908-1909. Among them were revolutionaries like Barindrakumar Ghosh, Ullaskar Dutt, and Hem Chandra Kanungo, who were pivotal in the fight against British rule.
Banerjee emphasized the significant role played by these unsung heroes who endured severe hardships in the Cellular Jail, known for its brutal conditions. He expressed disappointment that these fearless fighters have been overlooked in history, unlike others who sought clemency. Banerjee stressed that these revolutionaries, including the three he mentioned, never submitted mercy petitions and deserve recognition for their unwavering dedication to India’s independence struggle.
The Alipore Case, a key trial from 1908-1909, involved charges of rebellion against the British Crown, with some facing life imprisonment or transportation. Banerjee’s remarks come amidst discussions on acknowledging Bengal’s revolutionary past and the need to honor those who sacrificed for India’s freedom.
