Chandrashekhar Azad played a crucial role in Bhagat Singh’s revolutionary journey, acting as both a mentor and a comrade in the freedom struggle. Their association was deeply rooted in their shared vision of an independent India, free from British rule.
How Azad Influenced Bhagat Singh:
1️⃣ Mentor & Guide – Azad, being an experienced revolutionary, provided strategic guidance to Bhagat Singh, who was younger but equally passionate about the cause. He introduced Bhagat Singh to the underground activities of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) and helped shape his revolutionary ideas.
2️⃣ Planning of the Lahore Conspiracy Case (1928) – After the brutal lathi charge that led to the death of Lala Lajpat Rai, Azad played a key role in planning the assassination of James A. Scott (though J.P. Saunders was mistakenly killed instead). Bhagat Singh and Rajguru executed the plan, while Azad ensured their escape.
3️⃣ Financial & Tactical Support – Azad arranged funds, weapons, and safe houses for Bhagat Singh and his associates. He was a mastermind in acquiring arms and training revolutionaries for guerrilla warfare.
4️⃣ Commitment to the Cause – Azad’s famous words, “Dushman ki goliyon ka hum samna karenge, Azad hi rahein hain, Azad hi rahenge” (We will face the bullets of the enemy, we were born free, and we will remain free) deeply influenced Bhagat Singh’s unwavering resolve.
5️⃣ Aftermath of Bhagat Singh’s Arrest – When Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev were arrested for the Assembly Bombing Case (1929), Azad tried to organize efforts to secure their release. However, Bhagat Singh refused any escape plans, embracing martyrdom as a means to awaken the masses.
Azad’s Own Martyrdom
Even after Bhagat Singh’s execution in 1931, Azad continued the struggle. He was ultimately surrounded by British forces in Alfred Park, Allahabad (1931), where he fought bravely before taking his own life to avoid capture.
Both Azad and Bhagat Singh remain eternal symbols of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering patriotism. Their friendship and revolutionary spirit continue to inspire generations.
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