Ramlal Chandrakar, born on 3 January 1920, in Khauli village, Raipur, had his education halted after sustaining a head injury during a police lathi charge in 1932. Inspired by Gandhiji during his visit to Raipur in 1933, Ramlal embraced patriotism, forsaking further education. He actively participated in the national movement alongside notable figures like Dr. Tretanath Tiwari and Nandkumar Dani, contributing to the Quit India Movement until 1944.
In 1942, amidst strict police surveillance, Ramlal courageously hoisted the flag at Congress Bhavan, symbolizing resistance against British rule. He played a pivotal role in organizing celebratory events, including leading a procession on August 15, 1947, riding an elephant with the image of Bharat Mata.
Post-independence, Ramlal served as President of the Chhattisgarh Agricultural Association and endured imprisonment during the Emergency from 1975 to 1977. He held positions of significance, serving as President of the Marketing Society in Arang and becoming the first MLA of Mandir Hassoud Assembly from 1977 to 1980.
Ramlal Chandrakar passed away on June 27 2009.
The name was mentioned at the Martyr Memorial Building, Raipur.
Source: Tikeshwar Prasad Gajpal, Contributor for CCRT.