The Polarization of Bhagat Singh
The legend of a freedom fighter. The Polarization of Bhagat Singh Making him what He wasn’t Upmanyu Bhardwaj Introduction Bhagat Singh, a great patriot and revolutionary, who played a pivotal role in our Independence journey. He was an influential man born into a Jat Punjabi Sikh Family, who themselves were involved in revolutionary activism. He gave his life for the country when he was hanged in the Lahore jail on 23rd March 1931. Popular culture He has been in popular culture. Year after year, he comes on pamphlets, posters with young political leaders, Saheedi fair’s (Mela), so much so, that he also has been a part of the theatre, movies, and songs. This week marks his 109th Birth anniversary. Why am I writing? But, why I am writing about Bhagat Singh? I must have a reason in mind. And, luckily I have. A few days ago, most unexpectedly, I woke up early and decided to take a walk. I was roaming in the