freedom fighters of india

A hub for education, most of the officers hailing from Madhopatti have high-flying careers across space, atomic research, judicial services and banking.

Pingali Venkayya, a visionary and freedom fighter, designed India’s iconic tricolour flag, symbolising unity, sacrifice, and hope. Despite his pivotal role in India’s identity, he remained largely uncelebrated. Here’s more about this unsung hero.

Inspired by Netaji Bose, Asha Sahay was 17 when she joined INA's Rani of Jhansi regiment and fought for Indian independence. Her great-granddaughter-in-law, Tanvi Srivastava, has documented her incredible story in the book 'The War Diary of Asha-san'.