2022-06-18 Sat

'Khoob Ladi Mardani Woh Toh Jhansi Wali Rani Thi' is an epic poem written, by Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, which describes perfectly; how Rani of Jhansi valiantly against the British Empire and left a path-breaking impact on Indian history.

Rani Laxmibai, the queen of Jhansi, was born in the town of Varanasi into a Marathi Karhade Brahmin family. She was born Manikarnika Tambe, and her nickname was Manu.

Rani Lakshmi bai played a vital role in the Indian revolt of 1857. She is one of the greatest freedom fighters of India. As a woman, she changed the course of history through her courage, honor, and patriotism; today, she stands as an icon for women's empowerment.

Today, on 18th June 1858, died fighting British colonial rulers near Gwalior in a place known as Kotah-ki-Serai.

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