Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay was a woman who not only stood at the forefront of India’s fight for independence but also reshaped the cultural and social framework of the nation. On top of being a significant freedom fighter, she was also a social reformer, an advocate for women’s rights, and a pioneer of India's cultural renaissance. 

In a country striving for independence, she fought for a future where every individual—regardless of gender—could thrive.

In the fourth episode of this series, we discuss the incredible story of her life and her various contributions to the country.

Sucheta Kripalani was a woman who redefined leadership in a country on the cusp of transformation. She was a freedom fighter who went on to become the country’s first female chief minister. From the chaos of the freedom struggle to the order of governance, her story is a testament to courage, resilience, and grit. 

In the third episode of this series, we discuss the incredible story of her life and her various contributions to the country.

Captain Lakshmi Sahgal was a healer, a warrior, and a revolutionary who left a lasting mark on India’s fight for independence. She remains an inspiration to generations of Indians, particularly women, who see her as a role model for breaking barriers and fighting for what is right. Her legacy is one of courage, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to justice. In the second episode of this series, we discuss the remarkable story of her life and all her contributions to this country.

Script and presentation: Sharmada Venkatasubramanian

Production: Shikha Kumari

Video: ThamodharanB, Vishnoo Jotshi, Jude Weston, Zeeshan Akhtar

Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddi was a woman who broke barriers in medicine, social reform, and women's rights in India. Her work laid the foundation for many of the rights and opportunities women in India enjoy today. Whether it was through her medical practice, her legislative work, or her relentless advocacy for women’s rights, Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy’s impact is profound and lasting. In the first episode of this series, we discuss the remarkable story of her life and all her contributions to the country. 

Guest: V. R. Devika, author, Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy: A Trailblazer in surgery and women’s rights.