The Whirlwind

Tag: Revolution

  • Dhingra & Savarkar – Mentor and Disciple

    Dhingra & Savarkar – Mentor and Disciple

    Among the circle of revolutionary young men who gathered around Vinayak Damodar (Veer) Savarkar at India House in London, one name shines with both tragedy and inspiration – Madan Lal Dhingra (1883–1909). His short life, ending at the gallows in Pentonville Prison, was deeply intertwined with Savarkar’s mentorship, ideas, and revolutionary vision. From Apolitical Student…

  • Abhinav Bharat Manifesto: Savarkar’s Revolutionary Playbook for Indian Independence

    Abhinav Bharat Manifesto: Savarkar’s Revolutionary Playbook for Indian Independence

    From clandestine arms smuggling to guerrilla warfare – how Savarkar’s secret society laid the groundwork for a militant nationalist uprising. Vinayak Damodar Savarkar understood a critical truth of political struggle: words alone – no matter how passionate or persuasive – are powerless without action. To that end, he moved beyond fiery speeches and writings, crafting…