Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has come forward to offer his profound respects to the legendary revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Remembering the iconic freedom fighter who gave his all for the nation, the Chief Minister highlighted Azad's eternal courage and the lasting impact of his supreme sacrifice. Across the country, the day is being marked by citizens and several ministers who are gathering to pay their heartfelt tributes to the immortal patriot.
The Chief Minister's Tribute
Taking to the social media platform X, Yogi Adityanath shared a deeply moving message to honor the great revolutionary. He specifically recalled Azad as the bold proclaimer of the legendary battle cry about facing the enemy's bullets. In his statement, the Chief Minister emphasized that the remarkable life of this great freedom fighter will forever remain a guiding light for every Indian. He posted on X that Azad's journey continually inspires the citizens to persistently march forward on the path of duty, always keeping the fundamental interests of the nation as their highest priority.
The Transformation of Chandrashekhar Tiwari
The story of how a young boy transformed into a symbol of resistance is a celebrated chapter in Indian history. Born as Chandrashekhar Tiwari, he famously acquired the name 'Azad' during a pivotal moment in the holy city of Banaras, also known as Kashi. According to historical accounts, it was in this very city that the young revolutionary was arrested for the first and entirely last time. When the colonial police presented him in court, he fearlessly faced the British judge and declared his identity simply as 'Azad' or 'Free'. This sheer audacity from someone of such a young age completely shocked the British authorities and left the judge astounded.
A Life Lived Free
Remaining true to his newly adopted name, the immortal fighter achieved a rare feat in the struggle against colonial rule: he went to jail only exactly once in his entire life. His famous slogan declaring that he and his comrades would face the bullets of the enemy, and that they have always been free and will always remain free, became the ultimate anthem of defiance. He upheld this incredible vow until his dying breath. During a fierce confrontation at Alfred Park, he famously used his absolute final bullet on himself, fulfilling his promise to never be captured alive by the enemy forces. Today, decades later, his powerful slogans continue to echo across the nation, filling every citizen with immense pride during major celebrations like Republic Day.
About Chandrashekhar Deshmukh
In a separate context related to the name, Chandrashekhar Janrao Deshmukh is an Indian farmer, a dedicated politician, and a senior leader associated with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Coming from a deeply rooted agricultural background, he has built a prominent career in public service and political leadership. His work consistently bridges the critical gap between the everyday farming community and active political representation, operating as a senior figure within his party's organizational structure.
Public Reaction
The tribute on social media immediately triggered a massive and highly polarized wave of responses from the public. A large number of users joined the Chief Minister in honoring the great son of Mother India, filling the comment section with chants of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and composing passionate, original poems that celebrated the blood shed by the revolutionaries for the country's freedom. However, a highly vocal segment of users directed sharp political criticism at the government. Several commenters drew a direct and stark contrast between Azad's historical fight for liberty and current democratic struggles, specifically pointing to the heavy police deployment, lathi charges, and tear gas used against protesting students at Jantar Mantar just 11 days ago. These critics pointed out that six of the students are currently fasting and have reached their 25th day of protest, arguing passionately that if Azad were alive today, he would be standing on the streets with the protesting students rather than inside the parliament or at a press conference.
