Bhai Parmanand was a prominent Indian freedom fighter, nationalist thinker, educationist, and leader of the Arya Samaj. He was born on 4 November 1876 in Multan (now in Pakistan). From a young age, he was deeply influenced by patriotic ideas and the reformist teachings of the Arya Samaj, which emphasized truth, discipline, and national pride.
Bhai Parmanand actively participated in India’s struggle for independence and believed that freedom was essential for the moral and social progress of the nation. He was associated with revolutionary activities and was accused of involvement in the Ghadar Movement, which aimed to overthrow British rule through armed revolt. Because of his nationalist activities, he was arrested by the British and sentenced to life imprisonment. He spent several years in jail under harsh conditions but remained firm in his commitment to India’s freedom.
Apart from being a freedom fighter, Bhai Parmanand was also a respected scholar and writer. He strongly believed in education as a tool for national awakening and worked to promote Indian culture, values, and self-respect. After his release from prison, he continued to serve society through teaching, writing, and public service.
In independent India, his contributions were recognized when he became the Governor of Himachal Pradesh. Bhai Parmanand passed away on 8 December 1947. He is remembered as a courageous patriot and intellectual who dedicated his life to the cause of freedom, social reform, and national unity.