Gurubari Meher
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Gurubari Meher was killed in fighting against a raja in India as part of the struggle to end British rule. Except for a small mention of her participation in the Praja Mandal Movement, very little is known about her.[1] On 28 January 1947, a few months before India became independent, the then (princely) state government of Sonepur let loose a reign of terror at Binika. The people rose in revolt against the king for his pro-British stance. Nearly 20,000 freedom fighters, led by Gurubari Meher, organized a mass movement against the king. Police resorted to baton charge and subsequently the woman leader of the movement was shot dead by the police.[1] A news item had been published in 'Dainik Asha' from Sambalpur with the headline 'Victory For the People Of Sonepur' which remains as the sole witness to her contribution.[2]
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- ^ a b "Valiant woman freedom fighter remains unsung". The Times of India. 15 April 2011. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 13 March 2024.
- ^ "Valiant woman freedom fighter remains unsung - Times of India". articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 5 November 2012. Retrieved 17 January 2022.