Barindra Kumar Ghosh was a prominent Indian revolutionary, writer, and freedom fighter who played an important role in India’s struggle against British colonial rule. He was born on 5 January 1880 in London, England, and was the younger brother of the famous philosopher and nationalist leader Sri Aurobindo Ghosh. From a young age, Barindra Kumar Ghosh was deeply influenced by nationalist ideas and dedicated his life to the cause of India’s independence.
Barindra Kumar Ghosh was one of the founding members of the revolutionary organization Jugantar, which aimed to overthrow British rule through militant action. He was also closely associated with the publication of the revolutionary newspaper Jugantar, which spread patriotic ideas and inspired young Indians to resist colonial oppression. Through secret meetings, training camps, and writings, he helped build a strong revolutionary network in Bengal.
He is best remembered for his involvement in the Alipore Bomb Case (1908), one of the most significant revolutionary cases during the freedom movement. Barindra Kumar Ghosh was arrested along with several other revolutionaries and was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Cellular Jail of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, known as Kala Pani. The harsh conditions of imprisonment tested his physical and mental strength, but he remained committed to his ideals.
After his release, Barindra Kumar Ghosh moved away from armed revolution and devoted himself to writing and journalism. His life reflects the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of early Indian revolutionaries. Barindra Kumar Ghosh remains an important figure in Indian history, remembered for his fearless struggle and contribution to the freedom movement.