Basanta Kumar Biswas: Forgotten Swadeshi Movement Hero

Basanta Kumar Biswas is a figure etched in the annals of India’s freedom struggle, remembered for his daring act in the Delhi Conspiracy, aiming to assassinate Lord Hardinge. His early life was rooted in the Swadeshi Movement’s ethos, where he actively promoted Indian goods. His journey from a fervent Swadeshi activist to a revolutionary working with leaders like Rash Behari Bose highlights the depth of his commitment. Despite his ultimate capture and martyrdom on the gallows on May 11, 1915, his story endures as a testament to the sacrifices made for India’s independence.