P Sainath on the freedom fighters India forgot

P Sainath, a veteran journalist and founding editor of People’s Archives of Rural India, discusses his book on forgotten freedom fighters of India. He highlights the vital contributions of unsung heroes, especially from marginalized communities, challenging the narrow historical narratives. Sainath examines the struggles of indigenous tribes under colonial rule and critiques contemporary inequality faced by these fighters. He emphasizes unity in diversity during the independence movement, advocating for recognition and remembrance of these incredible stories.