Captain Lakshmi Sehgal, also known as Lakshmi Sahgal, was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and a significant figure in the Indian independence movement. She was born on October 24, 1914, in Madras (now Chennai), British India, and passed away on July 23, 2012, in Kanpur, India.
Lakshmi Sehgal was a pioneering woman in the Indian National Army (INA), which was formed by Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose to fight for India's freedom from British colonial rule during World War II. She joined the INA and was given the rank of Captain, becoming the commander of the Rani of Jhansi Regiment, an all-women regiment in the INA.
As the leader of the Rani of Jhansi Regiment, Lakshmi Sehgal played a crucial role in motivating and training women volunteers to participate actively in the struggle for India's independence. Her leadership and dedication inspired many women to join the fight for freedom.
After India gained independence in 1947, Lakshmi Sehgal continued her involvement in social and political causes. She remained committed to the principles of social justice, women's rights, and equality. She also played an active role in various political and social movements in India.
In her later years, Lakshmi Sehgal became a symbol of women's empowerment and the struggle for justice and equality in India. She was a respected and revered figure who received recognition for her significant contributions to the country's history.
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