Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
The Quit India Movement, launched in August 1942, was pivotal in India’s struggle for independence. While the contributions of prominent leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru are well-documented, the efforts of regional leaders and ordinary citizens remain relatively unknown. This article sheds light on the unsung patriots of Tinnevelly (present-day Tirunelveli) in Tamil Nadu, who played a crucial role in the movement. We aim to highlight these individuals’ significant yet often overlooked contributions by examining historical records, personal accounts, and regional narratives. Their unwavering spirit and dedication to the cause of freedom were instrumental in galvanizing support for the Quit India Movement at the grassroots level.