Chandra Shekhar Azad was only 24 when he died on February 27, 1931. And through his death he ensured that his resolve to never be captured alive — to be azad (free) till his very last breath — was not broken. Here’s the story. Born in the princely state of Alirajpur (present-day Madhya Pradesh ... Early Life: Chandra Shekhar , then a 15-year-old student, joined a Non-Cooperation Movement in December 1921. As a result, he was arrested. On being presented before a magistrate, he gave his name as " Azad " (The Free), his father's name as "Swatantrata" (Independence) and his residence as "Jail". Learn about the life and achievements of Chandra Shekhar Azad , an Indian revolutionary who reorganised the HSRA after the death of Bismil and other leaders. He was involved in several armed struggles against the British colonial rule and committed suicide by shooting himself in 1931. Chandrashekhar Azad , a fearless freedom fighter, led revolutionary actions like Kakori Robbery, shaped HSRA, and sacrificed his life for India’s independence.
