A Fascinating Journey Through History: My Visit to Alipore Jail Museum
I had the pleasure of visiting the Alipore Jail Museum, located in the center of Kolkata. I've been looking forward to visiting this newly constructed historic museum, which showcases the rich history of one of India's pre-independence prison systems under the British Empire. I'll be taking you through my incredible journey and sharing the remarkable stories that have emerged during my visit. The Historical Significance of Alipore Jail: ALIPORE JAIL MUSEUM Alipore jail holds a prominent place in Indian history having witness numerous significant events and incarcerations. Originally built in 1864 the prison served as a central institution for British India and played a crucial role during the Indian Independence movement .Many prominent freedom fighters including Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, Rishi Aurobindo, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, to name a few were imprisoned within its wall. The Alipore Jail Turned Into Memorial and Museum: It was a correctional...