Uttar Pradesh to Honor Freedom Fighter Chittu Pandey with Memorial
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| News Event | UP government to build a memorial for freedom fighter Chittu Pandey in Ballia district. |
| About Chittu Pandey | Revolutionary leader in the Quit India Movement, known as the "Lion of Ballia." |
| Birth | Born on 10 May 1895 in Rattuchak village, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. |
| Independent Government | On 19 August 1942, led the establishment of a temporary national government in Ballia. |
| Role | Served as interim administrator; government handed power back to the Collector after a few days. |
| Arrest | British army recaptured Ballia and arrested Chittu Pandey and others. |
| Demise | Died on 6 December 1946. |
| Quit India Movement | Launched by Gandhi on 8 August 1942 with the "Do or Die" call at Gwalia Tank Maidan, Mumbai. |
| Key Figures | Aruna Asaf Ali (hoisted the flag), Yusuf Meherli (coined 'Quit India' slogan). |
| Causes | Failure of the Cripps Mission and anti-British sentiments. |
| Impact | Emergence of future leaders, active women participation, and a rise in nationalism. |