“Sarojini Naidu, the Nightingale of India, graced our world on February 13, 1879, in Hyderabad. A political activist, feminist, and the first Indian woman to lead the Indian National Congress, she embodied the undying ideals of love and sacrifice that elevate a country’s greatness.
Raised by Aghorenath Chattopadhyay, the principal of Nizam’s College, Hyderabad, Sarojini Naidu embarked on an educational journey at the University of Madras and later studied at King’s College, London, and Girton College, Cambridge.
Immersed in India’s Congress movement and inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, she championed the cause of independence. Serving as the President of the National Congress in 1925, she became a symbol of strength and resilience.
Sarojini Naidu’s activism extended globally as she toured Eastern Africa and South Africa, addressing the concerns of the Indian community. Her Anti-British activities resulted in prison sentences, marking her unwavering commitment to the cause.
During World War II, she supported the Congress party’s policies and later became the Governor of the United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh) in 1947 until her passing.
Beyond her political endeavors, Sarojini Naidu was a prolific poet, with notable works like ‘The Golden Threshold’ (1905) and ‘The Bird of Time’ (1912). Her literary contributions earned her recognition, and she was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 1914.
Sarojini Naidu’s legacy is a testament to the harmonious blend of activism and artistic expression, leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of India’s history and culture.