women freedom fighter

Chandraprabha Saikiani was a freedom fighter from Assam who championed the cause of women’s education and employment, and led her life as a single mother despite societal objections.

The unsung hero(ine) of India's fight for freedom. Meet Sushila Chain Trehen, who fought against the British, educated young girls in rural Punjab against everyone's will, and dedicated every single minute of her life towards the nation's social good. Read her inspiring story of courage and determination.