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Posted 17 Sep 2024

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Famous poet and lyricist Shyamlal Gupta 'Parshad' was recently remembered on his birth anniversary.

About Shyamlal Gupta (9 September 1896-10 August 1977)

  • Born in Narwal, Kanpur
  • He was a freedom fighter, journalist, social worker, and teacher.

Contributions

  • Composed patriotic song 'Vijayi Vishwa Tiranga Pyara'(Jhanda Geet) in 1924.
  • He also participated in major movements like 'Salt Satyagraha' and 'Quit India Movement
  • Social worker: Founded many organizations including college, orphanage, and girls' school.
    • Also actively opposed dowry system and advocated for widows' remarriage.
  • Edited a monthly magazine called 'Sachchiv'

Achievements

  • Awarded 'Padma Shri' in 1973.

 

Values: Justice, Courage, Determination etc.

  • Tags :
  • Salt Satyagraha
  • Jhanda Geet
  • Shyamlal Gupta 'Parshad'
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