As India celebrates 70 years of independence, we bring you stories of 70 women who were part of the Indian Independence Struggle. Each day till the 15th of August, we will tell you stories of courage and valour which may not be part of our history books and popular memory.
Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was just 16 when she attended her first political meeting. Here's everything you need to know about her fight for freedom.
Read about sister Nivedita, the Irish woman who dedicated her life for poor and underprivileged of India
Durgabai Deshmukh was one of the many strong-headed women who not only played a significant part in the freedom struggle but also in the fight against social evil. Read on.
Why this Gandhian freedom fighter's initiative was a major step in radio broadcasting in India that no one really talks about
Aruna Asaf Ali not only played a key role in freedom movement but also worked ceaselessly for the poor and depressed even after India gained independence.
Sarojini Naidu was a gifted poet and one of the most prominent faces of Indian freedom struggle
Annie Besant was a social reformer and one of the most iconic exponents of the Indian freedom movement
While most of us are aware of Jawaharlal Nehru's contribution in Indian independence movement, not many are aware of his wife, Kamala Nehru's role