Quick Info
| Profession | Indian Revolutionary Freedom Fighter |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 28/09/1907 |
| Age | 23 years (died on 23, Mar, 1931) |
| Birthplace | Banga, Punjab, British India |
| Date of Death | 23/03/1931 |
Latest News about Bhagat Singh
The Indian government informed the Lok Sabha that the status of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru as martyrs is not dependent on official records, as their martyrdom is a well-known historical fact. Junior Home Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar stated that their invaluable contribution to India's freedom struggle is an inalienable part of the nation's history and their names are recorded in the 'Dictionary of Martyrs of India’s freedom struggle from 1857 to 1947'.
India observed Shaheedi Diwas, honoring the martyrdom of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other prominent leaders paid tribute to the revolutionaries, emphasizing their ideals of justice, patriotism, and fearless resistance that continue to inspire the nation.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled a statue of Bhagat Singh and inaugurated a restored 'Historic Courtroom' at the Registrar Cooperative Society office, Parliament Street, on Shaheed Diwas. This location holds historical significance as it was the site of the court trial for Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev after the assembly bomb incident.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Bhagat Singh Sandhu |
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| Nickname | Bhago wale |
| Religion | Sikhism (later became an atheist) |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Dayanand Anglo-Vedic High School |
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| College | National College |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's in Arts (B.A.) |
Personal Life
| Hobbies | Writing, Reading, Acting |
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| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Family
| Father | Kishan Singh (Member of Ghadar Party) |
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| Mother | Vidyavati Kaur |
| Siblings | Brothers: Kultar Singh, Kulbir Singh, Rajinder Singh, Jagat Singh, Ranbir Singh; Sisters: Bibi Prakash Kaur, Bibi Amar Kaur, Bibi Shakuntala Kaur |
| Paternal Uncles | Ajit Singh and Swaran Singh |
| Paternal Grandfather | Arjun Singh |
| Grandson | Yadvinder Singh |
| Grand Nephew | Abhitej Singh Sandhu |
Career
| Organizations | Naujawan Bharat Sabha, Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Bhagat Singh's ancestral home is situated in Khatkar Kalan, Nawanshahr district, Punjab. | |
| 2. He was born on the day his father and uncle were released from jail. | |
| 3. Bhagat Singh carried a bottle of mud with bloodstains from the Jallianwala Bagh massacre wherever he went. | |
| 4. Initially inspired by Kartar Singh Sarabha and a follower of Mahatma Gandhi, he later joined revolutionary activities. | |
| 5. He organized revolutionary groups and played a key role in important events during the freedom movement. | |
| 6. Having carried out attacks on British officials, he was sentenced to death in the Lahore Conspiracy Case. | |
| 7. Bhagat Singh went on a hunger strike protesting against the prison authorities until his father pleaded with him to stop. | |
| 8. His writings and personal belongings are carefully preserved in archives. | |
| 9. He was executed on 23rd March 1931 alongside Rajguru and Sukhdev. | |
| 10. During his time in prison, Bhagat Singh became an atheist. |