From Jhansi Rani Laxmibai to Lakshman Rao - A journey through generations
All of us are quite familiar with Jhansi Rani Laxmi Bai and her tale of that resonates deeply within the fabric of India's struggle for independence. Also the none of us have forgotten the famous quote "Khoob ladi mardani, woh toh jhansi wali rani thi". Born Manikarnika Tambe in Varanasi, her legacy as the fierce warrior-queen of Jhansi has inspired the generations till date and it will keep inspiring ever to future generations. But few are aware of the journey that extended beyond her death in 1858 — a journey that connects the Royal past of Jhansi to the educational and intellectual achievements of Lakshman Rao in the 20th century and the two daughters of Lakshman rao who have are less known to the public and leading a very simple life away from glitter and glamour. Rani Lakshmibai's life is a powerful saga of bravery, sacrifice, and resistance. After marrying Maharaja Gangadhar Rao Newalkar in 1842, she became the Queen of Jhansi. Following her husband...