Shaheed Sukhdev Thapar was an Indian freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule. He was born on May 15, 1907, in Ludhiana, Punjab, which is now part of present-day India.
Sukhdev Thapar was an active member of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA), a revolutionary organization led by Chandrashekhar Azad and Bhagat Singh. He was a close associate and friend of Bhagat Singh, and the two of them, along with Rajguru, formed a formidable trio in the fight against British imperialism.
Sukhdev Thapar was involved in several acts of revolutionary activities to protest against British rule and promote the cause of Indian independence. One of the notable acts was the Lahore Conspiracy Case, where they planned the assassination of British police officer James A. Scott, who was responsible for the brutal lathi charge on Lala Lajpat Rai. However, due to a case of mistaken identity, John P. Saunders, an assistant superintendent of police, was assassinated instead.
Sukhdev, along with Bhagat Singh and Rajguru, faced trial for their revolutionary activities. They were charged with murder and conspiracy and were sentenced to death by the British authorities. On 23 March 1931, all three were hanged in Lahore Central Jail. Their sacrifice and martyrdom had a profound impact on the Indian freedom struggle, inspiring countless others to join the movement and fight for independence.
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